Fear not the path of truth, for the lack of people walking on it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker advises not to fear the truth simply because few people follow it.
- In plain terms
- Do not fear truth even if few walk that path.
- What can you take from it?
- Truth is worth pursuing regardless of how many follow it.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you choose truth over popularity?
- Is the lonely path right?
Another view
Following an unpopular path can lead to isolation or harm.
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