If fallacies come knocking at my door,I'd rather feed, and…
“If fallacies come knocking at my door,I'd rather feed, and shelter full a score,Than hide behind the black portcullis, doubt,And run the risk of barring one Truth out.And if pretension for a time deceive,And prove me one too ready to believe,Far less my shame, than if by stubborn act,I brand as lie, some great colossal Fact.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Avoiding truth for comfort leads to greater shame; confronting reality, even if painful, is preferable to deception.
In simple terms: Facing truth is better than hiding behind lies.
Key Takeaway
Confront reality.
Themes
truth
honesty
shame
comfort
deception
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- ethical dilemmas
- mental health
- relationships
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
self-deception
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths are you avoiding?
- How does honesty affect your self-respect?
A Different Perspective
Denial can protect mental health in the short term.