Quote by Philip K. Dick

Any given man sees only a tiny portion of the total truth, and very often, in fact almost...perpetually, he deliberately deceives himself about that precious little fragment as well.

Any given man sees only a tiny portion of the total truth, a

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This quote suggests that as human beings, our perception of truth is limited and often obscured by our own self-deception. Despite our belief in holding a piece of the truth, our understanding is actually minuscule. Moreover, the quote argues that we frequently choose to deceive ourselves even about this small fragment of truth, perpetuating an ongoing cycle of limited awareness. It emphasizes the inherent limitations in our ability to comprehend reality, highlighting the importance of approaching truths with humility and open-mindedness.

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