Quote by Remy de Gourmont

The terrible thing about the quest for truth is that you find it.

The terrible thing about the quest for truth is that you fin

Summary

This quote suggests that the pursuit of truth can be unsettling or distressing. Once one seeks the truth with determination and persistence, they eventually uncover it, irrespective of whether they desire the truth or not. This can be difficult to accept because the truth may challenge our previously held beliefs, confront us with uncomfortable realities, or disrupt our sense of security and stability. It implies that the discovery of truth may not always bring happiness or fulfillment; instead, it highlights the potential hardships that come with unsettling truths.

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Truth

By Remy de Gourmont

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