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“Such truth, as opposeth no man's profit, nor pleasure, is to all men welcome.” quote by Thomas Hobbes
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“Such truth, as opposeth no man's profit, nor pleasure, is to all men welcome.”

Thomas Hobbes

About This Quote

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

Universal truths that bring no profit or pleasure are still valuable to all humanity.

In simple terms: Even useless truths benefit everyone.

Key Takeaway

Value knowledge beyond personal gain.

Themes

truth universality ethics

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education curricula
  • public policy debates
  • ethical dilemmas
  • scientific research

Key Concepts

philosophy human nature value of knowledge

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truths do we ignore because they lack profit?
  • How can societies honor non‑material knowledge?
A Different Perspective

Practical application may be hard to demonstrate.

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