Atheism Quote by Anthony Collins
“Believe it, my good friend, to love truth for truth's sake is the principal part of human perfection in the world, and the seed-plot of all other virtues; and if I mistake not, you have as much of it as I ever met with in anybody.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Essays on the Moral and Metaphysical, by Anthony Collins, 1725
Loving truth for its own sake is the foundation of human excellence and underlies all other virtues.
In simple terms: Truth is the core of virtue.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate honesty and seek truth.
Themes
virtue
truth
excellence
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal development
- leadership
- public speaking
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How does truth guide your decisions?
- Can truth exist without empathy?
A Different Perspective
Truth alone may not inspire action without compassion.
