Quote by Nicolas Chamfort

A man well-known to be a liar had just told a most improbable story. Sir, while I believe you, someone said, you must admit that it's very wrong of truth not to condescend to be more plausible.

A man well-known to be a liar had just told a most improbabl

Summary

This quote highlights the skepticism towards the truthfulness of someone known for dishonesty. The speaker believes the liar's improbable story but acknowledges the need for truth to appear more plausible. It underscores the notion that truth should not only be accurate but also convincing. It suggests that the lack of credibility in someone's words can compromise the acceptance of truth, emphasizing the importance of making truth more believable for it to be accepted readily by others.

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Truth Man Wrongs

By Nicolas Chamfort

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