Lying Quote by Hugh Prather
“It seems that the truth is needed today is always a lie by tomorrow.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Simple Life, 1995
Truth is fleeting; what is accepted as truth today may become a lie tomorrow
In simple terms: Truth changes over time
Key Takeaway
Stay open to revising beliefs
Themes
philosophy
truth
temporal
uncertainty
Mood
contemplative
skeptical
Type
philosophical
personal
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- news consumption
- historical analysis
- scientific research
Key Concepts
Epistemology
relativism
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths have you revised recently?
- How do you evaluate the durability of a belief?
A Different Perspective
May be too cynical for stable truths
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