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He that trusts in a lie, shall perish in truth.

“He that trusts in a lie, shall perish in truth.” quote by George Herbert
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“He that trusts in a lie, shall perish in truth.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

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

Trusting falsehood leads to ruin, while truth ultimately prevails.

In simple terms: Believe lies, die; truth endures.

Key Takeaway

Seek truth, avoid deception.

Themes

truth deception spiritual integrity mortality

Mood

serene cautionary spiritual

Type

poetic moral

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • spiritual reflection
  • moral dilemmas

Key Concepts

faith philosophy ethics consequence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lies are you clinging to?
  • How does truth change you?
A Different Perspective

Truth may be painful to confront.

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