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Lying Quote by George Herbert

“He that trusts in a lie, shall perish in truth.” quote by George Herbert
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“He that trusts in a lie, shall perish in truth.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Temple, 1633

Trusting falsehood leads to ruin, while truth ultimately prevails.

In simple terms: Believe lies, die; truth endures.

Key Takeaway

Seek truth, avoid deception.

Themes

truth deception spiritual integrity mortality

Mood

serene cautionary spiritual

Type

poetic moral

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • spiritual reflection
  • moral dilemmas

Key Concepts

faith philosophy ethics consequence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lies are you clinging to?
  • How does truth change you?
A Different Perspective

Truth may be painful to confront.

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