The truth comes to rule, not through violence, but rather through its own power; [this is the central theme of John's Gospel:] When brought before Pilate, Jesus professes that He Himself is The Truth and the witness to the truth.… — Pope Benedict XVI Copy Share Image
![“The truth comes to rule, not through violence, but rather through its own power; [this is the central theme of John's Gospel:] When brought before Pilate, Jesus professes that He Himself is The Truth and the witness to the truth. He does not defend the truth with legions but rather makes it…” quote by Pope Benedict XVI](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ab0/pope-benedict-xvi-414_doe_the-truth-comes-to-rule-not-through-viol_2611280.jpg)