Attributes Quote by Abdu'l-Bahá
“Truthfulness is the foundation of all virtues of the world of humanity. Without truthfulness, progress and success in all the worlds of God are impossible for a soul. When this holy attribute is established in man, all the divine qualities will also become realized.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Some Writings of Abdu'l-Bahá, 1912
Truthfulness underpins all moral virtues; without it, spiritual and worldly progress falters.
In simple terms: Truth is the base of all virtues.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate honesty in daily life.
Themes
integrity
spirituality
morality
progress
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- community building
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
virtue ethics
theology
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How does honesty influence your personal growth?
- What virtues arise when truthfulness is practiced?
A Different Perspective
Truth alone may not guarantee success without wisdom and compassion.
![“There's the artist's intimacy and truthfulness to himself, but an equal intimacy to the Other [the one drawn]. Picasso drawings are like that... the Rembrandts are like that. The artist who most often did that was Van Gogh.” quote by John Berger](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0d1/john-berger-1590_art_there-s-the-artist-s-intimacy-and-truthf_155171.jpg)
