We live, after all, in a world where illusions are sacred and truth profane.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Society treats false beliefs as sacred and honest truth as shameful.
- In plain terms
- We value illusions more than truth.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize society values illusions over truth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What illusions do you protect?
- Why is truth often unwelcome?
Another view
Not all illusions are harmful; some provide comfort.
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