Always and forever Quote by Anonymous
“The true value of man is not determined by his possession, supposed or real, of Truth, but rather by his sincere exertion to get to the Truth. It is not possession of Truth by which he extends his powers and in which his ever-growing perfectability is to be found. Possession makes one passive, indolent and proud. If God were to hold all Truth concealed in his right hand, and in his left only the steady and diligent drive for Truth, albeit with the proviso that I would always and forever err in the process, and to offer me the choice, I would with all humility take the left hand.”
About This Quote
The quote argues that a person's worth comes from actively seeking truth, not from claiming to already have it; effort and humility matter more than possession.
In simple terms: Worth is effort, not possession of truth.
Key Takeaway
Pursue truth actively, stay humble.
Themes
humility
effort
truth
self‑improvement
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- academic research
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- leadership development
Key Concepts
philosophy
epistemology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance confidence with humility in learning?
- What practices keep you actively seeking truth?
A Different Perspective
Relying on claimed knowledge can lead to complacency and arrogance.
