Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Truth is beautiful, without doubt but so are lies.

Truth is beautiful, without doubt but so are lies.

Summary

This quote suggests that both truth and lies can possess their own distinctive beauty. While truth is seen as inherently beautiful due to its purity and authenticity, lies can also hold their allure. Lies can be enticing as they can protect us from unfavorable truths or present us with desirable illusions. This statement challenges the conventional notion that truth is solely beautiful by acknowledging the complex nature of deception and its potential appeal. Nonetheless, it emphasizes the inherent beauty of truth while recognizing the seductive power lies can possess.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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