Devil Quote by José Saramago
““Truth and falsehood pass through the same lips and leave no mark, the devil does not cease to be the devil just because he may have spoken the truth.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Blindness by José Saramago, 1995
Truth and lies can be spoken by the same mouth without changing the nature of evil; speaking truth does not redeem the speaker.
In simple terms: Speaking truth doesn’t change a devil’s nature.
Key Takeaway
Beware of judging character by words alone.
Themes
morality
deception
evil
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- courtroom testimony
- political speeches
- personal relationships
- media reporting
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Can truth ever truly redeem a corrupt soul?
- How do we discern intent behind words?
A Different Perspective
Truth can be used to manipulate, not just illuminate.
