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Lying Quote by Marguerite Yourcenar

“I have never seasoned a truth with the sauce of a lie in order to digest it more easily” quote by Marguerite Yourcenar
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“I have never seasoned a truth with the sauce of a lie in order to digest it more easily”

Marguerite Yourcenar

About This Quote

Source Novel: Memoirs of Hadrian, 1951

Avoiding falsehoods to make truth more palatable undermines integrity and clarity.

In simple terms: Truth should be presented plainly.

Key Takeaway

Speak honestly, no sugar‑coating.

Themes

integrity truth communication

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • journalism
  • teaching
  • personal relationships
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you ever simplify truth for comfort?
  • What are the costs of such simplification?
A Different Perspective

Even a small lie can distort perception and erode trust.

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