Quote by Joseph Lewis

believes that truth for truth's sake is the highest ideal and that virtue is its own reward.

believes that truth for truth's sake is the highest ideal an

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker values truthfulness for its own sake and considers it to be the ultimate virtue. They believe that seeking and upholding truth should be the ultimate goal, regardless of any external rewards or benefits. The speaker implies that living a truthful life is inherently virtuous and fulfilling, emphasizing the significance of personal integrity and adherence to moral principles. By seeing truth as the highest ideal and virtue as its own reward, the quote promotes the importance of honesty and righteousness as intrinsic and valuable qualities.

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Truth Virtues

By Joseph Lewis

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