Quote by Emile M. Cioran

The fear of being deceived is the vulgar version of the quest for Truth.

The fear of being deceived is the vulgar version of the ques

Summary

This quote suggests that the fear of being manipulated or deceived is a lesser form of the noble endeavor to seek and understand the truth. It implies that while some people may be consumed by the fear of being misled, those who genuinely strive to uncover the truth are engaged in a more enlightened pursuit. It highlights a distinction between those who are preoccupied with concerns of deception and those who prioritize the pursuit and discovery of knowledge and truth.

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By Emile M. Cioran

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