Certain Quote by Soren Kierkegaard
“Any truth is only true up to a certain point. When one oversteps the mark, it becomes a non-truth.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay: Either/Or, 1843
Truth holds only within limits; exceeding them turns it into falsehood.
In simple terms: Truth is limited; overstepping makes it false.
Recognize and respect the boundaries of truth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- debate
- scientific research
- ethical decisions
- personal beliefs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you seen a truth become a non-truth?
- How do you test the limits of a claim?
Absolute truths can be misleading if taken rigidly.