Illusion Quote by Saul Bellow
““And truth is true only as it brings down more disgrace and dreariness upon human beings, so that if it shows anything except evil it is illusion, and not truth.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Humboldt’s Gift, 1975
Truth that reveals only evil is an illusion; true truth must expose deeper moral failings.
In simple terms: Truth must show more than just evil.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth that enlightens, not just condemns.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
perception
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- literary analysis
- debates on truth
Key Concepts
illusion
moral truth
Questions to Reflect On
- What does truth mean to you?
- Can truth be both painful and necessary?
A Different Perspective
Truth that only shows evil can be misleading.
