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“Truth is no prostitute, that throws herself away upon those who do not desire her; she is rather so coy a beauty that he who sacrifices everything to her cannot even then be sure of her favour.” quote by Arthur Schopenhauer
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““Truth is no prostitute, that throws herself away upon those who do not desire her; she is rather so coy a beauty that he who sacrifices everything to her cannot even then be sure of her favour.””

Arthur Schopenhauer

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Truth is elusive and does not reveal itself to those who demand it; it appears only to those who respect it, yet even then it remains uncertain.

In simple terms: Truth is shy and uncertain.

Key Takeaway

Respect truth, don’t force it.

Themes

truth humility uncertainty

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • philosophical discourse
  • personal introspection
  • academic research

Key Concepts

epistemology existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you pursue truth or accept mystery?
  • How does desire affect perception?
A Different Perspective

Truth may never be fully grasped.

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