Pliny Quote by George Henry Lewes
“Pliny... makes the statement, and for untrustworthiness of statement he cannot easily be surpassed.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: On Truth and Trustworthiness, 1865
Statements can be unreliable; the difficulty of surpassing untrustworthiness highlights the challenge of establishing credibility.
In simple terms: Statements may be untrustworthy; credibility is hard to achieve.
Key Takeaway
Strive for honesty and verification.
Themes
truth
trust
communication
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- public discourse
- scientific reporting
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
epistemology
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify information?
- What builds trust in a dialogue?
A Different Perspective
May overstate skepticism.
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