Quote by Jean Hatzfeld

The truth is not believable to someone who has not lived it in his muscles.

The truth is not believable to someone who has not lived it

Summary

This quote suggests that experiencing something firsthand is crucial for truly understanding its reality. Mere verbal explanation or hearing about it from others may not be enough to convince someone of the truthfulness of a particular experience or situation. The phrase "lived it in his muscles" implies a deep, embodied understanding that comes from personal, physical engagement with the truth. It implies that one must feel and internalize something on a profound level in order to truly believe in its authenticity.

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Truth Belief Muscles Rwandan Genocide

By Jean Hatzfeld

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