Quote by Lucian

The truth is hidden from us. Even if a mere piece of luck brings us straight to it, we shall have no grounded conviction of our success; there are so many similar objects, all claiming to be the real thing.

The truth is hidden from us. Even if a mere piece of luck br

Summary

This quote suggests that the truth can be elusive and difficult to uncover. Even if by chance we stumble upon what seems like the truth, we may never be completely certain about its authenticity. This is because there are numerous things that may appear to be true but are, in fact, false or misleading. The quote emphasizes the challenge of discerning the genuine truth amidst a multitude of deceptive alternatives.

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