Quote by Thomas B. Macaulay

The object of oratory alone in not truth, but persuasion.

The object of oratory alone in not truth, but persuasion.

Summary

This quote suggests that the primary goal of persuasive speaking or oratory is not solely to communicate the truth, but rather to effectively convince or persuade an audience. It implies that orators may prioritize using powerful rhetoric and persuasive techniques over the strict adherence to factual accuracy. In other words, the primary purpose of oratory is to influence the beliefs, opinions, or actions of others, rather than simply conveying objective truth.

By Thomas B. Macaulay

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