Quote by Joseph Joubert

What is true by lamplight is not always true by sunlight.

What is true by lamplight is not always true by sunlight.

Summary

This quote suggests that truth can be influenced or distorted depending on the circumstances or context in which it is viewed. Just like objects may appear differently in lamplight compared to natural sunlight, notions of truth can vary depending on the perspective or illumination under which they are observed. It highlights the idea that truth can be relative and subjective, showing that what may be considered true in a particular situation or environment may not hold true when examined in a different light or setting.

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Truth

By Joseph Joubert

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