Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Rather than love, than money, than fame, give me truth.

Rather than love, than money, than fame, give me truth.

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker values truth above all else, placing it higher than love, money, or fame. It implies a desire for authenticity and transparency, emphasizing the importance of living a life based on genuine principles and realities. The speaker is implying that while love, money, and fame may have their own allure, they ultimately pale in comparison to the significance and transformative power of truth.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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