Quote by Lao Tzu

The truth is not always beautiful, nor beautiful words the truth.

The truth is not always beautiful, nor beautiful words the t

Summary

This quote suggests that the truth is not always appealing or pleasant, and that beautiful or eloquent words do not necessarily convey the truth. It implies that sometimes the truth can be harsh or difficult to accept, and that relying solely on elegant language does not ensure accuracy or authenticity. It encourages us to seek beyond superficial beauty and rhetoric and to approach the truth with discernment and open-mindedness.

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Truth Beauty Apothegm

By Lao Tzu

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