Fear not the path of truth, for the lack of people walking on it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Do not fear being alone in seeking truth. The value of truth does not depend on how many people follow it.
- In plain terms
- You do not need to worry if you are the only one walking the path of truth.
- What can you take from it?
- Follow truth even if you are alone.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you willing to stand alone?
- What is the cost of truth?
Another view
Sometimes being alone on the path of truth can lead to isolation or harm.
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