But truth is most likely to be exhibited by the general…
“But truth is most likely to be exhibited by the general sense of contemporaries, when the feelings of the heart can be expressed without suffering itself to be disguised by the prejudices of man.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Genuine truth emerges when emotions are expressed freely, unclouded by bias.
In simple terms: Truth comes from honest feeling.
Value sincere emotional expression.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- personal diaries
- public speeches
- conflict resolution
- creative writing
- counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can we ever fully remove prejudice?
- How do emotions shape our understanding of truth?
Bias can still distort perception despite sincerity.