Telling Quote by John Gardner
““Only very odd people don’t realize that truth-telling is always a relative value.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Truth and Relativity, John Gardner, 1975
Truth‑telling is subjective; what counts as truth varies with perspective.
In simple terms: Truth is relative.
Question assumptions about truth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- debates
- journalism
- personal narratives
- legal testimony
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is truth objective?
- How do cultures define honesty?
Absolute truths still exist in some contexts.