No one was ever injured by the truth; but he who persists…
“No one was ever injured by the truth; but he who persists in self-deception and ignorance is injured.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Truth itself never harms; self‑deception and ignorance cause personal injury.
In simple terms: Truth is safe; lying to yourself hurts.
Avoid self‑deception.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- leadership
- mental health
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you notice when you are deceiving yourself?
- What habits protect you from ignorance?
Self‑deception can be hard to recognize and may be socially reinforced.