--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Truth is what is true, and it's not…" description: "\"Truth is what is true, and it's not necessarily factual. Truth and fact are not the same thing. Truth does not contradict or deny facts, but it goes th..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e4e/madeleine-l-engle-345_dangerous_truth-is-what-is-true-and-it-s-not-neces_2607338.png" --- # Truth is what is true, and it's not necessarily factual… ![“Truth is what is true, and it's not necessarily factual. Truth and fact are not the same thing. Truth does not contradict or deny facts, but it goes through and beyond facts. This is something that it is very difficult for some people to understand. Truth can be dangerous.” quote by Madeleine L'Engle](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e4e/madeleine-l-engle-345_dangerous_truth-is-what-is-true-and-it-s-not-neces_2607338.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e4e/madeleine-l-engle-345_dangerous_truth-is-what-is-true-and-it-s-not-neces_2607338.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e4e/madeleine-l-engle-345_dangerous_truth-is-what-is-true-and-it-s-not-neces_2607338.png) > “Truth is what is true, and it's not necessarily factual. Truth and fact are not the same thing. Truth does not contradict or deny facts, but it goes through and beyond facts. This is something that it is very difficult for some people to understand. Truth can be dangerous.” [Madeleine L'Engle](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/madeleine-l-engle/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Truth transcends mere facts; it aligns with reality without contradicting evidence, yet can be unsettling. **In simple terms:** Truth goes beyond facts and can be unsettling. Key Takeaway Recognize deeper truth beyond facts. Themes philosophy epistemology danger perception Mood thoughtful cautious Type analytical philosophical When to use this quote - debates - media analysis - personal reflection - ethical decision making Key Concepts ontology cognitive bias truth theory Questions to Reflect On - How do you differentiate truth from fact? - When can truth be harmful? 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