Communication Quote by Miguel de Unamuno
“Whenever a man talks he lies, and so far as he talks to himself - that is to say, so far as he thinks, knowing that he thinks - he lies to himself. The only truth in human life is that which is physiological. Speech - this thing that they call a social product - was made for lying.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Tragic Sense of Life", 1912
Human speech is inherently deceptive; truth lies in physiological existence, not in spoken words.
In simple terms: Speech is often false; truth is in biology.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth beyond words.
Themes
philosophy
truth
human nature
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- academic study
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
existentialism
linguistics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does language play in truth?
- Can honesty be expressed through speech?
A Different Perspective
Language can also convey genuine insight.
