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Tis not the many oaths that make the truth; But the plain…

“Tis not the many oaths that make the truth; But the plain single vow, that is vow'd true.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Tis not the many oaths that make the truth; But the plain single vow, that is vow'd true.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

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

Truth is secured not by many vows but by a single, sincere commitment.

In simple terms: One sincere vow is more powerful than many promises.

Key Takeaway

Make a clear, honest commitment.

Themes

integrity truth commitment

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • legal contracts
  • political pledges
  • business deals

Key Concepts

ethics philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What single promise defines your life?
  • How do you test the sincerity of a vow?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on a single vow can be fragile if circumstances change.

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