Correspondence Quote by Paramahansa Yogananda
“Truth is exact correspondence with reality.”
About This Quote
Truth is the alignment of statements or beliefs with the actual state of affairs, not merely subjective perception.
In simple terms: Alignment with reality
Key Takeaway
Correspondence defines truth
Themes
Epistemology
Philosophy of Language
Objectivity
Reality
Knowledge
Mood
Analytical
Sincere
Reflective
Type
Aphorism
Philosophical statement
When to use this quote
- Scientific research
- Legal testimony
- Journalistic reporting
- Everyday decision‑making
- Educational assessment
Key Concepts
Correspondence Theory
Fact-Checking
Perception vs. Reality
Ontological Accuracy
Practical Applications
- Evaluating evidence
- Designing verification systems
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we verify correspondence?
- What limits our ability to perceive reality?
