Quote by Frank Herbert

To attempt seeing Truth without knowing Falsehood. It is the attempt to see the Light without knowing the Darkness. It cannot be.

To attempt seeing Truth without knowing Falsehood. It is the

Summary

This quote suggests that it is impossible to fully understand or appreciate the concept of truth without also being aware of falsehood. Likewise, it suggests that one cannot fully appreciate light without the existence or knowledge of darkness. This is because understanding and experiencing the opposite is often necessary in order to discern and appreciate the true nature of something. In short, the quote emphasizes the interplay between opposites and the necessity of contrast in our understanding of the world.

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