Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

So near is falsehood to truth that a wise man would do well not to trust himself on the narrow edge.

So near is falsehood to truth that a wise man would do well

Summary

This quote suggests that falsehood and truth are closely intertwined, making it difficult for even a wise person to differentiate between them. It highlights the danger of trusting one's own judgment, as it can be easily misled when trying to navigate the fine line between truth and falsehood. Therefore, a wise person should exercise caution and skepticism, acknowledging the proximity of falsehood to truth and avoiding overconfidence in their own abilities to discern between the two.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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