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Belief Quote by Nathan Eldon Tanner

“Freedom is based on truth, and no man is completely free as long as any part of his belief is based on error.” quote by Nathan Eldon Tanner
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“Freedom is based on truth, and no man is completely free as long as any part of his belief is based on error.”

Nathan Eldon Tanner

About This Quote

Source Speech: General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1965

True freedom requires truth; any belief based on error limits liberty.

In simple terms: Freedom depends on truth.

Key Takeaway

Seek truth to be truly free.

Themes

truth freedom belief error

Mood

reflective serious inquisitive

Type

philosophical religious motivational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • faith discussions
  • policy making
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

Epistemology religious doctrine personal integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we discern truth?
  • What happens when truth challenges core beliefs?
A Different Perspective

Truth can be subjective, making absolute freedom elusive.

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