Quote by Hannah Arendt

When an old truth ceases to be applicable, it does not become any truer by being stood on its head.

When an old truth ceases to be applicable, it does not becom

Summary

This quote suggests that when an old truth or belief is no longer relevant or applicable, simply trying to reverse or flip it does not make it any more valid or accurate. It emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and acknowledging when established truths need to be re-evaluated or discarded rather than attempting to cling to them by distorting their meaning. In essence, it reminds us that blindly perpetuating outdated ideas does not make them any more truthful or useful in the present context.

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