Quote by Danish proverb

Better suffer for the truth than prosper in a falsehood.

Better suffer for the truth than prosper in a falsehood.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of staying true and honest, even if it means enduring difficulties or hardships. It suggests that it is more valuable to experience suffering while upholding the truth than to find temporary success or contentment through deception or falsehood. It encourages a commitment to integrity, moral values, and authenticity, instead of compromising them for personal gain.

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By Danish proverb

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