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“Truth is a thing immortal and perpetual, and it gives to us a beauty that fades not away in time, nor does it take away the freedom of speech which proceeds from justice; but it gives to us the knowledge of what is just and lawful, separating from them the unjust and refuting them.” quote by Epictetus
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“Truth is a thing immortal and perpetual, and it gives to us a beauty that fades not away in time, nor does it take away the freedom of speech which proceeds from justice; but it gives to us the knowledge of what is just and lawful, separating from them the unjust and refuting them.”

Epictetus

About This Quote

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

Truth endures eternally, offering beauty without limiting free speech, and helps distinguish justice from injustice.

In simple terms: Truth endures, guides justice.

Key Takeaway

Seek truth to discern right from wrong.

Themes

philosophy justice truth

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • legal debates
  • personal ethics
  • public discourse
  • education

Key Concepts

stoicism epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does truth influence personal freedom?
  • What challenges arise in identifying truth?
A Different Perspective

Truth can be suppressed, making it harder to access.

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