Mathematics Quote by S.T. Dutton
““Mathematics does furnish the power for deliberate thought and accurate statement, and to speak the truth is one of the most social qualities a person can possess. Gossip, flattery, slander, deceit all spring from a slovenly mind that has not been trained in the power of truthful statement.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Ethics, 1912
Training the mind in precise, truthful expression builds social virtue, while careless speech breeds deceit.
In simple terms: Truthful speech builds virtue; careless speech breeds deceit.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate clear, honest communication.
Themes
ethics
communication
truth
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education
- public discourse
- personal integrity
Key Concepts
rhetoric
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does precise language affect trust?
- When is blunt truth harmful?
A Different Perspective
Truth can be weaponized; context matters.
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