Demand Quote by Ellis Peters
“You cannot demand truth, and then select half and throw the inconvenient remainder away.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Cadfael Chronicles, 1977
Demanding truth while discarding inconvenient parts is dishonest.
In simple terms: Partial truth is deceitful.
Key Takeaway
Embrace full truth, even if uncomfortable.
Themes
ethics
integrity
truthfulness
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- journalism
- research
- legal testimony
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
selective reporting
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the costs of full transparency?
- When is selective omission justified?
A Different Perspective
Complete truth may cause conflict or harm.
