Truth resides in every human heart, and one has to search for it there, and to be guided by truth as one sees it. But no one has a right to coerce others to act according to his own view of the truth.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Truth is inside everyone; seek it without forcing others to follow your view.
- In plain terms
- Everyone has truth inside; do not force it on others.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek truth without coercing others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you find truth in yourself?
- When should you guide others?
Another view
Sometimes leadership requires guiding others firmly.
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