Acquire Quote by Alice Miller
“I sincerely believe that we not only have the right to know what is good and what is evil; we have the duty to acquire that knowledge if we hope to assume responsibility for our own lives and those of our children. Only by knowing the truth can we be set free.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Drama of the Gifted Child, 1979
We must not only know good and evil but also feel responsible to learn truth, for truth is essential to personal and generational freedom.
In simple terms: Knowing truth is a duty for freedom.
Key Takeaway
Pursue knowledge and responsibility.
Themes
ethics
responsibility
freedom
Mood
serious
motivational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- education
- parenting
- social activism
Key Concepts
truth
knowledge
duty
Questions to Reflect On
- What truth are you avoiding?
- How does responsibility shape your choices?
A Different Perspective
Truth can be uncomfortable and may challenge existing beliefs.
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