James Burgh: Quotes about the truth

James Burgh was British politician. Explore interesting quotes on truth.

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“You need not tell all the truth, unless to those who have a right to know it all. But let all you tell be truth.”

The Dignity of Human Nature (1754)

“If you mean to make your side of the argument appear plausible, do not prejudice the people against what you think truth by your passionate manner of defending it.”

The Dignity of Human Nature (1754)

“Do not sit dumb in company; it will be ascribed either to pride, cunning, or stupidity: give your opinion modestly, but freely; hear that of others with candour; and ever endeavour to find out, and to communicate truth.”

The Dignity of Human Nature (1754)

“In disputes upon moral or scientific points, ever let your aim be to come at truth, not to conquer your opponent: so you never shall be at a loss in losing the argument, and gaining a new discovery.”

The Dignity of Human Nature (1754)

“Value truth, however you come by it. Who would not pick up a jewel that lay on a dunghill?”

The Dignity of Human Nature (1754)