All charming people have something to conceal, usually their total dependence on the appreciation of others.
Cyril ConnollyRead
The river of truth is always splitting up into arms that reunite. Islanded between them, the inhabitants argue for a lifetime as to which is the mainstream.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Truth can be complex and multifaceted, leading to different interpretations and disagreements among people.
Cyril Connolly's quote suggests that the nature of truth is intricate, akin to a river that branches into various paths. These diverging paths represent differing perspectives and interpretations of truth, leading individuals to spend their lives debating which viewpoint is the most valid. The 'island' metaphor highlights the isolation that arises when people cling to their beliefs, often at the expense of recognizing the interconnectedness of all truths.
Themes
TruthPerspectivesDebateLifeUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about philosophical debates during a university lecture.
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