Broken glass Quote by J.T. Geissinger
““Truth, like honor and courage and love, does not come in shades of gray. You either have it or you don't - there is no in between. Sometimes it takes a lifetime to uncover it, and sometimes it is clear and simple as a sunrise. Also like honor and courage and love, sometimes the truth can be lost, and you have to find your way back to it, crawling over fields of broken glass and dead bodies, your knees and hands bloody and raw, until you get to it and it's even sweeter than before because of what you suffered on the way.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Ethics, 2022
Truth is absolute; it is either present or absent, and seeking it may involve hardship but yields greater clarity.
In simple terms: Truth is black or white, and finding it can be painful.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth despite obstacles.
Themes
truth
integrity
resilience
morality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- investigative journalism
- legal proceedings
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethical decision‑making
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What sacrifices are worth making for truth?
- How do we handle ambiguous truths?
A Different Perspective
Truth can be subjective in complex situations.
