Argument Quote by Orson Pratt
“If, after a rigid examination, it be found an imposition, it should be extensively published to the world as such; the evidences and arguments on which the imposture was detected, should be clearly and logically stated, that those who have been sincerely yet unfortunately deceived, may perceive the nature of the deception and be reclaimed, and that those who continue to publish the delusion, may be exposed and silenced…”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Doctrine and Covenants Commentary, 1850
Expose false doctrines publicly with clear evidence so deceivers are revealed and victims are protected.
In simple terms: Publish and of imposture to protect the deceived.
Key Takeaway
Reveal deception with transparent proof.
Themes
truth
integrity
justice
Mood
critical
educational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- media reporting
- legal testimony
- community education
Key Concepts
Doctrinal criticism
public exposure
logical argument
Questions to Reflect On
- How can truth be presented without inflaming conflict?
- What safeguards ensure accurate exposure?
A Different Perspective
Risk of backlash or misinterpretation of evidence.
![“The process [of mass-media deception] has to be conscious, or it would not be carried out with sufficient precision, but it also has to be unconscious, or it would bring with it a feeling of falsity and hence of guilt… To tell deliberate lies while genuinely believing in them, to forget any fact…” quote by George Orwell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/460/george-orwell-57_accounts_the-process-of-mass-media-deception-has_2989169.jpg)
