Strong women Quote by Robert Burton
““Wine is strong, the king is strong, women are strong, but truth overcometh all things.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Anatomy of Melancholy by Robert Burton, 1621
Truth ultimately prevails over all forces, even those that seem powerful like wine, royalty, or women.
In simple terms: Truth beats all power.
Key Takeaway
Trust truth over fleeting strengths.
Themes
truth
power
inevitability
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
aphilosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political debates
- personal relationships
- legal judgments
- media reporting
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths have you ignored?
- How do you prioritize truth over influence?
A Different Perspective
Truth can be suppressed temporarily but not erased.
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