--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Truth has to persist unaffected, in the…" description: "\"Truth has to persist unaffected, in the past, present and future. That which is absent in two states, how can it be true.\" — Sathya Sai Baba" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/642/sathya-sai-baba-712_absent_truth-has-to-persist-unaffected-in-the-p_2830204.png" --- # Truth has to persist unaffected, in the past, present and… ![“Truth has to persist unaffected, in the past, present and future. That which is absent in two states, how can it be true.” quote by Sathya Sai Baba](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/642/sathya-sai-baba-712_absent_truth-has-to-persist-unaffected-in-the-p_2830204.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/642/sathya-sai-baba-712_absent_truth-has-to-persist-unaffected-in-the-p_2830204.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/642/sathya-sai-baba-712_absent_truth-has-to-persist-unaffected-in-the-p_2830204.png) > “Truth has to persist unaffected, in the past, present and future. That which is absent in two states, how can it be true.” [Sathya Sai Baba](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/sathya-sai-baba/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Truth must be consistent across time; if it lacks presence in any state, its validity is questioned. **In simple terms:** Truth should be timeless and unchanging. Key Takeaway Seek consistency in beliefs and statements. Themes philosophy truth logic Mood thoughtful serious Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - legal testimony - scientific research - personal convictions Key Concepts Metaphysics temporal consistency Questions to Reflect On - Can truth be absolute in a changing world? - How do we handle contradictory evidence? 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