Faces Quote by Francis Bacon
“A lie faces God and shrinks from man.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Novum Organum, 1620
Truth resists divine scrutiny and human deception, shrinking when faced with higher authority.
In simple terms: Lies shrink before God, not men.
Key Takeaway
Seek honesty over comfort.
Themes
truth
morality
power
Mood
serious
contemplative
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal testimony
- personal confession
- public debate
- political rhetoric
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
authority
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths are you willing to defend?
- How does power influence honesty?
A Different Perspective
Truth can be dangerous in oppressive regimes.
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