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He who says that there is no such thing as an honest man is himself a knave.

— George Berkeley

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Truth is the cry of all, but the game of the few.

Siris (1744)

To be a good patriot, a man must consider his countrymen as God's creatures, and himself as accountable for his acting towards them.

Our youth we can have but to-day,
We may always find time to grow old.

Philosophy, being nothing but the study of wisdom and truth...

For Science it cannot be called, when you proceed blindfold, and arrive at the Truth not knowing how or by what means.

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You have to start with the truth. The truth is the only way that we can get anywhere. Because any decision-making that is based upon lies or ignorance can't lead to a good conclusion.

Julian Assange

False words are not only evil in themselves, but they infect the soul with evil.

Socrates

It is better to be poor and walk in integrity than to be stupid and speak lies.

Solomon

Who dares think one thing, and another tell,
My heart detests him as the gates of hell.

Homer Iliad (-750)

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