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“Truth, as Bergson knew, is a hard apple, whether one is throwing it or catching it.” quote by Donald Barthelme
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““Truth, as Bergson knew, is a hard apple, whether one is throwing it or catching it.””

Donald Barthelme

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 difficult to grasp, whether you seek it or it is presented to you.

In simple terms: Truth is hard to catch or receive.

Key Takeaway

Accept truth’s difficulty and keep seeking.

Themes

philosophy epistemology reality

Mood

thoughtful curious

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • debates
  • scientific research
  • personal introspection

Key Concepts

hardness perception subjectivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes truth hard for you?
  • How do you handle unexpected truths?
A Different Perspective

Truth may be elusive and biased.

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