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Truth is one forever absolute, but opinion is truth filtered through the moods, the blood, the disposition of the spectator.
Wendell Phillips
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Truth is constant and unchanging, while opinions are subjective and influenced by personal feelings.

This quote by Wendell Phillips emphasizes the distinction between absolute truth and subjective opinion. It suggests that while truth remains constant and unaltered, opinions are shaped by individual experiences, emotions, and perspectives. Therefore, what one person considers true may be distorted by their personal biases and moods, highlighting the complexity of understanding and interpreting reality.

Themes

TruthOpinionSubjectivityPerceptionReality

In practice

Example use cases

During a debate about social issues, this quote can be used to explain the importance of understanding different viewpoints.

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