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“He said it softly, because he didn’t believe, ever, that the truth was good for anything.” quote by Alessandro Baricco
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““He said it softly, because he didn’t believe, ever, that the truth was good for anything.””

Alessandro Baricco

About This Quote

Source Novel: Ocean Sea, 1993

He doubts truth’s goodness, speaking softly because he cannot believe it benefits anyone.

In simple terms: He doubts truth’s value.

Key Takeaway

Question the usefulness of truth.

Themes

truth skepticism communication

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • personal relationships
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why speak softly about truth?
  • When is truth harmful?
A Different Perspective

Truth can be harmful if misused.

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