The small wisdom is like water in a glass: clear, transparent, pure. The great wisdom is like the water in the sea: dark, mysterious, impenetrable.
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To be outspoken is easy when you do not wait to speak the complete truth.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Speaking out is simple when you don't commit to honesty.
Rabindranath Tagore's quote suggests that being candid or outspoken can be effortless if one is willing to omit certain truths. It emphasizes the idea that true courage and integrity in expression require a commitment to complete honesty, which can be challenging, particularly in difficult situations.
Themes
OutspokenTruthHonestySpeechCourage
In practice
Example use cases
In a debate about ethics, one might reference this quote to emphasize the importance of truthfulness.
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