Slaves sing most when they are most unhappy. The songs of the slave represent the sorrows of his heart; and he is relieved by them, only as an aching heart is relieved by its tears.
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Truth is proper and beautiful in all times and in all places.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Truth is universally valuable and aesthetically pleasing, regardless of context.
Frederick Douglass emphasizes the notion that truth possesses an inherent beauty and significance that transcends time and location. This statement conveys the idea that truth should always be upheld and cherished, as it is a fundamental principle that brings clarity and understanding to human existence.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about integrity, one might say, 'As Frederick Douglass stated, truth is proper and beautiful in all times and in all places.'
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