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What does it mean?
Even if only one person holds a belief, the truth remains unchanged.
In plain terms
Truth does not depend on how many people accept it.
What can you take from it?
Stand firm in truth even when alone.

Where it applies

  • whistleblowing
  • scientific research
  • ethical dilemmas

Putting it to work

  • advocate for evidence‑based decisions
  • maintain personal integrity

Questions to consider

  • When should you speak up about truth?
  • How do you handle being a lone voice?

Another view

Truth can be subjective in some contexts, making consensus important.

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  3. Earth provides enough to satisfy every man's need, but not any man's greed.

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