Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

...inability to lie is still far from being love to truth. Be on your guard! ... He who cannot lie, doth not know what truth is.

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Summary

This quote suggests that merely being incapable of lying does not indicate a genuine love for truth. It urges caution and highlights that truth goes beyond just refraining from lies. The quote suggests that someone who cannot lie does not truly understand the nature of truth itself. It implies that a deeper understanding and appreciation of truth are necessary to truly live in accordance with it, rather than solely focusing on avoiding lies.

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