--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Whatever our definition of truth may be…" description: "\"“Whatever our definition of truth may be, we can never renounce Descartes' clare et distincte (clarity and distinctness).”\" — Lev Shestov" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d96/lev-shestov-12374_truth_whatever-our-definition-of-truth-may-be_1492392.jpg" --- # Whatever our definition of truth may be, we can never… ![“Whatever our definition of truth may be, we can never renounce Descartes' clare et distincte (clarity and distinctness).” quote by Lev Shestov](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d96/lev-shestov-12374_truth_whatever-our-definition-of-truth-may-be_1492392.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d96/lev-shestov-12374_truth_whatever-our-definition-of-truth-may-be_1492392.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d96/lev-shestov-12374_truth_whatever-our-definition-of-truth-may-be_1492392.jpg) > ““Whatever our definition of truth may be, we can never renounce Descartes' clare et distincte (clarity and distinctness).”” [Lev Shestov](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/lev-shestov/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Truth requires clear, distinct perception; without it, knowledge is unreliable. **In simple terms:** Clarity is essential for truth. Key Takeaway Seek clear, distinct understanding. Themes philosophy epistemology truth Mood thoughtful serious Type aphilosophical reflective When to use this quote - academic debate - personal introspection - critical thinking Key Concepts Cartesian clarity subjective truth existential doubt Questions to Reflect On - How do you test the clarity of your beliefs? - Can truth exist without distinct perception? 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