Quote by Victor Hugo

It is not easy to keep silent when silence is a lie.

It is not easy to keep silent when silence is a lie.

Summary

This quote suggests that sometimes remaining silent can be deceitful or manipulative, especially when there is a need to speak up or address a particular issue. While silence may seem like a safe option, this quote highlights the importance of not using silence as a tool to hide truth or suppress one's voice when it is necessary to speak out or challenge falsehoods. It emphasizes that there are circumstances where speaking up is both essential and morally right, even if it might be uncomfortable or risky to do so.

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Truth Silence Honesty

By Victor Hugo

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