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Being true Quote by Oscar Wilde

“Every thing to be true must become a religion.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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“Every thing to be true must become a religion.”

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Source Play: Lady Windermere's Fan, 1892

Truth becomes dogma when society elevates it to unquestionable belief.

In simple terms: Truth can turn into religion.

Key Takeaway

Question what you accept as absolute.

Themes

truth dogma society belief authority

Mood

critical reflective

Type

philosophical analytical

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • religious debate
  • media narratives
  • personal convictions

Key Concepts

philosophy social critique cultural relativism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you treat any truth as untouchable?
  • How does belief become oppressive?
A Different Perspective

Truth may be distorted by power structures.

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