An error does not become truth by reason of multiplied…
““An error does not become truth by reason of multiplied propagation, nor does the truth become error because nobody will see it. ( Young India 1924-1926)””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Warns that repeated falsehoods do not become truth, and truth remains false if ignored; truth is independent of popularity.
In simple terms: Truth isn’t proved by repetition.
Seek truth regardless of how often it’s repeated.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- media reporting
- public discourse
- education
- political debate
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we verify truth in the age of viral information?
- What responsibilities do communicators have to prevent misinformation?
Mass media can amplify falsehoods despite truth.