If something was untrue and you didn't know it, that was…
““If something was untrue and you didn't know it, that was error. But if you knew a true thing and changed it to a false thing, both you and it were loathsome.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Deliberate falsehoods are morally worse than unintentional errors; truthfulness is essential.
In simple terms: Lying is worse than mistakes.
Prioritize honesty over convenience.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- journalism
- academic work
- personal relationships
- political discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it acceptable to with the truth?
- How do you handle accidental misinformation?
Sometimes truth can cause harm, creating ethical dilemmas.