Quote by Orson Scott Card

Everybody thinks they want to see the truth, said Tenkswa-Tawa. That's one of the lies we tell ourselves.

Everybody thinks they want to see the truth, said Tenkswa-Ta

Summary

In this quote, Tenkswa-Tawa highlights the paradoxical nature of human desires. While people claim to yearn for the truth, Tenkswa-Tawa suggests that this is often a self-deceptive lie. It suggests that individuals prefer to maintain certain illusions or comfortable beliefs rather than truly confronting and accepting the harsh realities of life. The quote suggests that the desire for truth may be overshadowed by the fear or discomfort associated with confronting it.

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By Orson Scott Card

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