Quote by Jacques Maritain

The sole philosophy open to those who doubt the possibility of truth is absolute silence -- even mental.

The sole philosophy open to those who doubt the possibility

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who are skeptical or unsure about the existence of truth tend to adopt an approach of complete silence, whether it be verbal or internal. It implies that those who doubt truth may believe that verbalizing or attempting to form opinions can be futile or misleading. Therefore, they may choose to remain silent, avoiding any potential misunderstandings or inconsistencies caused by their own uncertainties.

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Truth Philosophy Relativism P128

By Jacques Maritain

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