It is unity that doth enchant me. By her power I am free though thrall, happy in sorrow, rich in poverty, and quick even in death.
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Truth does not change because it is, or is not, believed by a majority of the people.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Truth remains constant regardless of popular belief.
Giordano Bruno's quote emphasizes the idea that truth is independent of public opinion. Even if a majority of people do not believe in a particular truth, it does not alter its validity; truth is objective and stands on its own regardless of societal consensus.
Themes
TruthBeliefMajorityOpinionObjectivity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a debate about freedom of speech and truth.
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