Not all truths are for all ears, nor can all lies be

Not all truths are for all ears, nor can all lies be recognized as such by any pious soul.

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This quote from Umberto Eco's The Name of the Rose delves into the complex relationship between truth, perception, and moral judgment. It highlights how truth is not always universally accessible or welcome; sometimes it must be tailored to the listener’s capacity, willingness, or readiness to face it. In this sense, truth isn’t an absolute that is inherently self-evident or easily digestible, but rather something constrained by context and the nature of...

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