Quote by Karl Kraus

An aphorism can never be the whole truth; it is either a half-truth or a truth-and-a-half.

An aphorism can never be the whole truth; it is either a hal

Summary

This quote suggests that aphorisms, which are concise statements expressing a general truth or observation about life, are inherently limited. They may capture only part of the truth, providing incomplete or one-sided perspectives. However, some aphorisms can offer more than just a single truth, encompassing additional dimensions or nuances. Essentially, this quote highlights the nature of aphorisms as condensed truths that can be thought-provoking but should be recognized as only a partial representation of the complexity of reality.

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By Karl Kraus

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