Quote by William Penn

Truth often suffers more by the heat of its defenders than the arguments of its opposers.

Truth often suffers more by the heat of its defenders than t

Summary

This quote suggests that truth can be harmed more by the passionate defense of those who believe in it, rather than by the opposing viewpoints or arguments against it. It implies that when individuals excessively defend their beliefs with fervour and zeal, they may inadvertently overshadow the essence of truth and undermine its credibility. In doing so, they may even cause more harm to the truth they are trying to uphold. This quote serves as a reminder to approach the defense of truth with reason and openness, rather than allowing fervent zeal to cloud the inherent integrity of the truth itself.

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