Cried Quote by Augustine of Hippo
““Is truth then a nothing, simply because it is not spread out through space either finite or infinite?" Then from afar you cried to me, "By no means, for I am who I am .””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On Truth, 5th century
Truth is questioned when it is not widely disseminated; existence is affirmed despite spatial limits.
In simple terms: Truth exists even if not everywhere.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth beyond appearances.
Themes
philosophy
truth
existence
Mood
inquisitive
thoughtful
Type
theoretical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal belief
- spiritual contemplation
Key Concepts
metaphysics
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to “spread out” truth?
- How do we recognize truth when unseen?
A Different Perspective
Truth may be elusive in a fragmented world.
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