Absolute truth Quote by J. Chace Gordon
““Those who cannot achieve an honest win in a debate will slander the motives of those who oppose them. Using the same arguments usually leads to the same lack of results. The greatness of godly men is often appreciated more in death than in life. Pride will often lead you to spin the facts. A soft answer turns away wrath. An offended religious person is capable of great cruelty. Pride is a barrier that logic or reason cannot overcome. All sound doctrine is based on absolute truth.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Ethical Debate Forum, 2021
Honest discourse requires humility; attacking motives undermines truth, while calm responses defuse conflict and uphold moral integrity.
In simple terms: Truth thrives on humility and calmness, not pride or slander.
Key Takeaway
Practice humility and calm dialogue in disagreements.
Themes
ethics
communication
humility
conflict resolution
truth
Mood
reflective
serious
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political debates
- interfaith dialogues
- academic panels
- online forums
- personal arguments
Key Concepts
philosophy
rhetoric
religion
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies help maintain humility under pressure?
- How can societies encourage respectful discourse?
A Different Perspective
Pride can still dominate despite advice; cultural contexts may limit calm responses.
