Believe Quote by Anthony Trollope
“It may, indeed, be assumed that a man who loses his temper while he is speaking is endeavouring to speak the truth such as he believes it to be, and again it may be assumed that a man who speaks constantly without losing his temper is not always entitled to the same implicit faith.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Way We Live Now by Anthony Trollope, 1875
People who lose temper while speaking may be passionately expressing what they believe is true, while calm speakers may not always be trustworthy.
In simple terms: Temper reveals belief; calmness doesn’t guarantee truth.
Key Takeaway
Judge sincerity, not just composure.
Themes
honesty
communication
trust
emotion
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
advice
philosophical
literary.
When to use this quote
- debates
- public speaking
- conflict resolution
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
psychology
integrity
perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess credibility beyond tone?
- When might calmness mask deceit?
A Different Perspective
Calm speakers can also be sincere; temper isn’t the sole indicator of truth.
