Forgotten Quote by Robert Bolt
“The man who tells lies hides the truth, but the man who tells half-lies has forgotten where he put it.”
About This Quote
Source Play: A Man for All Seasons, 1960
Partial truths obscure reality, and those who tell them lose track of the facts.
In simple terms: Half‑lies hide truth and cause confusion.
Key Takeaway
Seek full honesty.
Themes
truth
deception
integrity
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- Legal testimony
- personal relationships
- political discourse
Key Concepts
Epistemology
ethical communication
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people resort to half‑lies?
- What are the risks of incomplete honesty?
A Different Perspective
Half‑truths can be weaponized.
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