Doe Quote by Karl Barth
“Man can certainly keep on lying (and does so), but he cannot make truth falsehood.”
About This Quote
Source Theology Lecture, 1935
People can lie endlessly, but truth cannot be turned into falsehood; it remains immutable.
In simple terms: Truth cannot be made false by lies.
Key Takeaway
Uphold truth despite deception.
Themes
truth
deception
integrity
theology
Mood
serious
hopeful
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- journalism
- legal testimony
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront persistent lies?
- What protects truth in society?
A Different Perspective
Truth may be ignored or suppressed.
