Answers Quote by Lucille Clifton
“You might as well answer the door, my child, the truth is furiously knocking.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Book of My Mother" by Lucille Clifton, 1994
Truth demands attention and cannot be ignored; it insists on being heard despite resistance.
In simple terms: Truth insists on being heard.
Key Takeaway
Listen when truth knocks.
Themes
truth
communication
family
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parent‑child conversations
- conflict resolution
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
honesty
urgency
listening
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when truth appears unexpectedly?
- What barriers keep you from hearing truth?
A Different Perspective
Truth may be uncomfortable and cause tension.
