Quote by Henri Barbusse

There have been those who magnificently dared. There have been bearers of the truth, men who groped in the world's tumult, trying to make plain order of it. They discover what we did not yet know; chiefly they discover what we no longer knew.

There have been those who magnificently dared. There have be

Summary

This quote emphasizes the bravery and intellectual prowess of certain individuals throughout history. It acknowledges those who dared to challenge conventional belief systems and sought to find truth amidst the chaos of the world. These truth-seekers serve as guides, uncovering knowledge that was previously unknown or forgotten by society. Their discoveries help us regain a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

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Men Truth Order

By Henri Barbusse

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