The essential thing is not that there be many truths in a work, but that no truth be abused.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Truth is valuable, but it must be handled with care and not misused.
- In plain terms
- It is not just about having many truths but using them well.
- What can you take from it?
- Handle facts with integrity to avoid harm.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you ensure you use truth responsibly?
Another view
Determining what counts as abuse of truth can be subjective.
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