None are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm.
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Truth is always in harmony with herself, and is not concerned chiefly to reveal the justice that may consist with wrong-doing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Truth is inherently consistent and self-aligned, regardless of moral implications.
This quote by Henry David Thoreau highlights the notion that truth exists independently and is not primarily focused on justifying or highlighting the fairness associated with unethical actions. It suggests that truth maintains its own integrity and consistency, regardless of how it may relate to actions that are deemed morally wrong.
Themes
TruthHarmonyJusticeWrong-DoingMorality
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about ethics, this quote can illustrate how truth operates independently of moral considerations.
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