Compare Quote by Edwin Hubbel Chapin
“Certainly, truth should be strenuous and bold; but the strongest things are not always the noisiest, as any one may see who compares scolding with logic.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Moral Philosophy, 1887
Truth should be rigorous yet not always loud; logical reasoning can be quieter than scolding.
In simple terms: Truth can be quiet and strong.
Value thoughtful argument.
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When to use this quote
- debates
- education
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is silence more persuasive than shouting?
- How can logic win over emotion?
Quiet truth may be overlooked.