Quotes about Truthfulness

Truthfulness is composed of justice and courage. Votes: 6

Truthfulness is the foundation of all virtues of the world of humanity. Without truthfulness, progress and success in all the worlds of God are impossible for a soul. When this holy attribute is established in man, all the divine qualities will also become realized. Votes: 6

Truthfulness is the main element of character. Votes: 5

You wear a mask for so long, you forget who you were beneath it. Votes: 5

I have played hell somewhat with the truthfulness of the colours. Votes: 4

The truth will not necessarily set you free, but truthfulness will. Votes: 4

This generation must know that the total truthfulness of the bible is under continual assault... Votes: 4

We are two people. The person inside and the person outside. Sidq (truthfulness) is when they are the same. Votes: 4

Nietzsche, driven by the absolute demand of his existential truthfulness, could not abide the bourgeois world, even when its representative had human nobility. Votes: 4

For the progress of humanity, work alone is not adequate, but the work should be associated with love, compassion, right conduct, truthfulness and sympathy... Votes: 4

The superior man, even when he is not moving, has a feeling of reverence, and while he speaks not, he has the feeling of truthfulness. Votes: 4

To be wiser than other men is to be honester than they; and strength of mind is only courage to see and speak the truth. Votes: 4

The main characteristic which is the proof of the indwelling Spirit is an amazing tenderness in personal dealing, and a blazing truthfulness with regard to God's Word. Votes: 4

Meditation is silence. If you realize that you really know nothing, then you will be truly meditating. Such truthfulness is the right soil for silence. Silence is meditation. Votes: 4

The tales of Elfland do not stand or fall on their actuality but on their truthfulness, their speaking to the human condition, the longings we all have for the Faerie Other. Votes: 4

In the sphere of natural investigation, as in poetry and painting, the delineation of that which appeals most strongly to the imagination, derives its collective interest from the vivid truthfulness with which the individual features are portrayed. Votes: 4

I think that - apart from the fields of science and medicine - we live in an age of decline. Look at the world. There is decline in morals, ideals, manners, respect, truthfulness: just about everything, in fact. Votes: 4

We all know that Art is not truth. Art is a lie that makes us realize truth at least the truth that is given us to understand. The artist must know the manner whereby to convince others of the truthfulness of his lies. Votes: 4

With the disintegration of all that [Nietzsche] had revered, existence, to him, had become a desert in which only one thing remained, namely that which had relentlessly forced him into this path: truthfulness that knows no limits and is not subject to any condition. Votes: 4

The eye speaks with an eloquence and truthfulness surpassing speech. It is the window out of which the winged thoughts often fly unwittingly. It is the tiny magic mirror on whose crystal surface the moods of feeling fitfully play, like the sunlight and shadow on a still stream. Votes: 4

Reverence, human of the Earth, is the fundamental element of all existence, so it is therefore also the fundamental element of love itself, which is built on this all-embracing reverence. And since this is so in truth, it is also an impossible thing that love, once awakened and built up in truthfulness, can ever weaken again and become cold, or could transform into hate or be annihilated. Votes: 4

Truthfulness is godliness. Votes: 3

Truthfulness so often goes with ruthlessness. Votes: 3

Truthfulness requires humility as well as courage. Votes: 3

Truthfulness is the real mark of integrity. Votes: 3

Truthfulness is the foundation of all the virtues of mankind Votes: 3

Selflessness. Humility. Truthfulness. These are the three marks of an honorable man. Votes: 3

Truthfulness itself is almost medication, even when it’s served without advice or insight. Votes: 3

The way of peace is the way of truth. Truthfulness is even more important than peacefulness. Votes: 3

Truthfulness has never been counted among the political virtues, and lies have always been regarded as justifiable tools in political dealings. Votes: 3

Truthfulness with me is hardly a virtue. I cannot discriminate between truths that and those that don't need to be told. Votes: 3

...Truthfulness itself is almost medicinal, even when it's served without advice or insight. Just hearing true words spoken out loud provides relief. Votes: 3

Truthfulness is a cornerstone in character, and if it be not firmly laid in youth, there will ever after be a weak spot in the foundation. Votes: 3

Truthfulness under oath is, by now, a matter of our civic religion, our relation to our fellow citizens rather than our relation to a nonhuman power. Votes: 3

Truthfulness. He will never willingly tolerate an untruth, but will hate it as much as he loves truth... And is there anything more closely connected with wisdom than truth? Votes: 3

Character is the salesperson's stock in trade. The product itself is secondary. Truthfulness, enthusiasm and patience are great assets to every salesperson. Without them, they couldn't go far. Courage and courtesy are essential equipment. Votes: 3

Truthfulness is the foundation of all virtues of the world of humanity. Without truthfulness, progress and success in all the worlds of God are impossible for a soul. When this holy attribute is established in man, all the divine qualities will also become realized. Votes: 3

Truth and Truthfulness is an ambitious work, and its journeys into history give it a breadth unusual in these days of increased academic specialization. . . . William's book combines real history and fictional constructs to tell a revealing story that makes us reconsider the meaning of familiar concepts. Votes: 3

Truthfulness is the golden thread that binds good lives, good relationships, and our very legacy. Votes: 2

In fact, in lyric poetry, truthfulness becomes recognizable as a ring of truth within the medium itself. Votes: 2

The point - the power to hurt - of all figures lies in the truthfulness of their application. Votes: 2

The main engagement of the writer is towards truthfulness; therefore he must keep his mind and his judgement free. Votes: 2

Because of lack of moral principle, human life becomes worthless. Moral principle, truthfulness, is a key factor. If we lose that, then there is no future. Votes: 2

The American people deserve truthfulness, not more political campaigning. The American people deserve a responsible government that seeks to address their needs, not more ideological dogma. Votes: 2

On stage you can get away with a lot more in the sense of emotion and truthfulness. But the camera is the eye of God. It sees everything. Votes: 2

We all know scientists who in private life do not come up to the standard of truthfulness, but who, nevertheless, would not consciously falsify the results of their researches. Votes: 2

To become a stoic is to endorse the truthfulness of its world view and accept its prescription for how you ought to live, not just to like how it makes you feel. Votes: 2

Words are so often used in the opposite sense, as a screen of diversion. It's the struggle towards truthfulness which is the same whether one is writing a poem, a novel or an argument. Votes: 2

Trust is not simply a matter of truthfulness, or even constancy. It is also a matter of amity and goodwill. We trust those who have our best interests at heart, and mistrust those who seem deaf to our concerns. Votes: 2

As much as I appreciate people putting me in the category of these very acrobatic belters, I feel like my strength is my... interpretation and my truthfulness with songs, and I don't want young people to think it's all about the high notes that they have to hit. Votes: 2

A young man who knows and loves the Book of Mormon, who has read it several times, who has an abiding testimony of its truthfulness, and who applies its teachings will be able to stand against the wiles of the devil and will be a mighty tool in the hands of the Lord. Votes: 2

A young woman who knows and loves the Book of Mormon, who has read it several times, who has an abiding testimony of its truthfulness, and who applies its teachings will be able to stand against the wiles of the devil and will be a mighty tool in the hands of the Lord. Votes: 2

I'm drunk but truthful. Votes: 1

I've been embarrassing myself since about birth. Votes: 1

Truth is told when it tells itself. Votes: 1

They will only care when you're gone. Votes: 1

Understanding comes with compassion and compassion comes with truthfulness Votes: 1

Lies Have expiry dates but the truth never expires Votes: 1

We are being very nomadic with the truth, yes? Votes: 1

Never hesitate to tell the truth as you see it. Votes: 1

The deeds of the light are goodness, righteousness and faithfulness Votes: 1

False has many wings. Do not judge anything by its popularity. Votes: 1

Science is a way humans try to tell themselves the truths. Votes: 1

Whenever you deny the hand of Justice, Violence almost always steps in. Votes: 1

If anyone doesn't agree with you, the truth is on your side. Votes: 1

When you tell a lie, you steal someone's right to the truth. Votes: 1

The people who enlighten us are the ones who tell us their secrets. Votes: 1

Don't tell a lie to be loved, speak the truth to be hated. Votes: 1

I think I sense a tone of honesty, if honesty exists in this world. Votes: 1

Not everything that's right feels good and not everything that feels good is right Votes: 1

All of us can lie but it is not a must that we should lie. Votes: 1

Never settle for half the story, and make-up and imagine the rest. Get the full Story! Votes: 1

It's hard to remember who you were when you're constantly pretending to be someone you're not. Votes: 1

Knowing the truth. Feeling the truth. And acting on the truth. Are three very separate entities, Votes: 1

In any given situation there will always be more dumb people than smart people. We ain't many! Votes: 1

I think there is a difference between comic essays and war reporting, and people can tell that. Votes: 1

I believe 'assuming' should be left for professionals. Amateurs should just stand by and seek the truth. Votes: 1

Claiming that you are what you are not will obscure the strengths you do have while destroying your credibility. Votes: 1

Wear your heart on your sleeve. Write about what you think and feel. And share it with your friends. Votes: 1

Defend the truth with all you might so that the people of the future do not learn a lie. Votes: 1

You can't speak life to others if you don't know how to speak life to yourself. Dead leaves can't breathe. Votes: 1

Sometimes our wants or needs have nothing to do with being ungrateful and everything to do with making a mistake. Votes: 1

To be persuasive we must be believable;to be believable we must be creditable;to be credible we must be truthful. Votes: 1

False lovers come with much speech to convince.The truest love says less, but has the ability to capture your soul. Votes: 1

All humans are alike and all humans are equal. It is just the perception of the eye that sees any different. Votes: 1

Whatever you do well in the darkness tells more about who you are than what you do best in light. Watch out! Votes: 1

Truth may be stretched, but cannot be broken, and always gets above falsehood, as does oil above water."~ Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra ~ Votes: 1

It's simply impossible for me to filter my thoughts and feelings. I tell it from my point of view. I'm an open book. Votes: 1

Integrity involves the ability to stand straight when you tell your truth, and still stand straight when the other person comes to talk! Votes: 1

Peace of mind comes with truth. Lying requires you to tell different lies over and over again. Tell the truth! Create beautiful memories. Votes: 1

Revive your inner spirit! Break free from all things weighing you down, grab hold of your strong rope and lift yourself out of hopelessness! Votes: 1

You cannot enjoy true love in relationship if you don't add honest flavours to it. You can genuinely maintain what you can sincerely entertain! Votes: 1

Always judge a man by the coloring of his heart and only his heart. Truth can be found in his record of actions, not intentions. Votes: 1

I guess sometimes the truth just isn't worth believing... Personally, I've always felt that life's too short for truth. I'm just here to be entertained. Votes: 1

A lion of truth never assumes anything without validity. Assumptions are quick exits for lazy minds that like to graze out in the fields without bother. Votes: 1

A true leader is still a leader even when he takes up servants' duty, provided he maintains a human face and added integrity to his self-retained qualities. Votes: 1

Today I bent the truth to be kind, and I have no regret, for I am far surer of what is kind than I am of what is true. Votes: 1

Life becomes much more easier when we do what we say and when we say what we do. Having courage to be ourselves is a gateway to freedom and happiness. Votes: 1

Unattended hurt, anger, and bitterness can destroy even the best marriage. Lean honestly into every hard place, each tender spot, because truthfulness hurts for a minute but silence is the kill shot. Votes: 1

Everyone realizes that one can believe little of what people say about each other, but it is not so widely realized that even less can one trust what people say about themselves. Votes: 1

Self-leaders do not look for followers because they are busily pursuing their influencial dreams that followers will trace and ask for. Followers look for influence and that can be obtained from self-leaders. Votes: 1

Self-leaders are still true leaders even if they have no known followers. True leaders inspire by the influence of their characters and general self-made brands. Leadership is defined by the virtues of one's behaviour. Votes: 1

To maintain your integrity, be a person who does not violate the principles of the truth. Vote for truth even if you have to vote alone; believe it "your vote will not be lost"! Votes: 1

Look at the truth from how it stands, not where it comes from. The truth is still the truth no matter whether it is spoken by an Indian, an American, a Chinese, an European, an African or an Australian! Votes: 1

Contrary to popular opinion, leadership is not a reserved position for a particular group of people who were elected or appointed, ordained or enthroned. Leadership is self-made, self-retained, self-inculcated and then exposed through a faithful, sincere and examplary life. Votes: 1

You can be in your room and lead people. Just develop your potentials and publicize them and you will see people looking for your product. That is influence; self-made leaders do not look for followers. Followers look for them. Votes: 1

A lie is my attempt to tamper with the truth so that I need not face the truth. Yet as shrewd as I think myself to be, I would be wise to understand that God designed truth as ultimately tamper-proof. Votes: 1

A young child is a leader to an elderly person once his purpose has a faithful, sincere and trustworthy influence on people. Leadership is not restricted to position and age; it is self-made and influencial. Everyone has this self-leadership quality. Votes: 1

If we talk Lies, we have to tell another set of lies to cover the first lie!And most of the time we forget what we told the first time !If we tell the truth, we don't have to remember anything. Votes: 1

Uplift & Inspire, do not be envious of others success. You are given the same hours in a day. Make it worthwhile! Instead of focusing on what someone else is doing, pay attention to how you're living and make the best of life Votes: 1

Both transparency and trust form the basic component of truth itself. With truth, there is no need to be untrue. If one is truthful, then there is godliness because God is truth. And when godliness is on your side, success is guaranteed. Votes: 1

Long before morning I knew that what I was seeking to discover was a thing I'd always known. That all courage was a form of constancy. That it is always himself that the coward abandoned first. After this all other betrayals come easily. Votes: 1

Only a demon would prevent a person from saving lives or fulfilling their life mission. There is no reasoning with the devil. Stand with pride because your heart is filled with the goodness of helping others, while theirs is filled with helping themselves. Votes: 1

You have the power to shape your life the way you want it to be. Every though, every word, every action guides you with a purpose. And that purpose is to fulfill your destiny. Some may say you're just a dreamer. But everything imagined began with a dream. Votes: 1

In youth, it was a way I had,To do my best to please.And change, with every passing ladTo suit his theories.But now I know the things I knowAnd do the things I do,And if you do not like me so,To hell, my love, with you. Votes: 1

The concept of leadership is abused by people who think a person becomes a leader when he grows grey hair, put into a position and expected to function. Everyone has a leadership potential carried within in a specific area of his or purpose. Leadership is universal and built on trust. Votes: 1

The truth is like sunlight: It causes cancer. Votes: 0

What is humility but truthfulness? There is no real difference. Votes: 0

If you search for truthfulness, you might as well be blind. Votes: 0

... love given without free will or truthfulness wasn't love at all. Votes: 0

Two things are owed to truthfulness: lasting marriages and short friendships. Votes: 0

Ahimsa (non-killing), truthfulness, purity, mercy, and godliness are always to be kept. Votes: 0

Perhaps no one as yet has been truthful enough about what "truthfulness" is. Votes: 0

Even truthfulness is but one means to knowledge, a ladder--but not the ladder. Votes: 0

There is a terrible truthfulness about photography that sometimes makes a thing look ridiculous. Votes: 0

as everybody knows, truthfulness and agreeable manners are often divorced on the ground of incompatibility. Votes: 0

The imprimatur of truthfulness does not guarantee truthfulness. People should know better. But they don't. Votes: 0

The artist must know the manner whereby to convince others of the truthfulness of his lies. Votes: 0

Artistic growth is, more than it is anything else, a refining of the sense of truthfulness. Votes: 0

Creation of effective public opinion depends on the cultivation of true courage, born of truthfulness and nonviolence. Votes: 0

The only real and reliable guarantee for khadi would be honesty, truthfulness and sincerity of khadi workers. Votes: 0

My role as a producer is very specific. It's maintaining the creative truthfulness, day in and day out. Votes: 0

In this walk to freedom, we must, without question obtain hearts of honesty and a tongue of truthfulness. Votes: 0

The main engagement of the writer is towards truthfulness; therefore he must keep his mind and his judgment free. Votes: 0

I think what I find challenging is just trying to bring a truthfulness and a realism to a character. Votes: 0

The very first step in nonviolence is that we cultivate in our daily life, as between ourselves, truthfulness, humility, tolerance, loving kindness. Votes: 0

There is a road to freedom. Its milestones are obedience, endeavour, honesty, order, cleanliness, sobriety, truthfulness, sacrifice, and love of the fatherland. Votes: 0

Some level of truthfulness has always been seen as essential to human society, no matter how deficient the observance of other moral principles. Votes: 0

It is essential that our present negative propaganda regarding psychedelic drugs be replaced with honesty and truthfulness about their effects, both good and bad. Votes: 0

Are we to go out with trumpets and tell everything we know, just because it is true? Is there not such a thing as egotistical truthfulness? Votes: 0

Beautify your tongues, O people, with truthfulness, and adorn your souls with the ornament of honesty. Beware, O people, that ye deal not treacherously with any one. Votes: 0

Let us again clothe ourselves with these proved and sterling virtues - honesty, truthfulness, chastity, sobriety, temperance, industry, and thrift; let us discard all covetousness and greed. Votes: 0

We all know scientists who in private life do not come up to the standard of truthfulness, but who, nevertheless, would not consciously falsify the results of their researches Votes: 0

The keys to success, in business and in life, are truthfulness, the ability to take and give, honest and well-intended feedback, strength of character and conviction in one's principles Votes: 0

These practices - non-killing, truthfulness, non-stealing, chastity, and non-receiving - are to be practised by every man, woman, and child; by every soul, irrespective of nation, country, or position. Votes: 0

The Pali word parami refers to ten wholesome qualities in our minds and the accumulated power they bring to us: generosity, morality, renunciation, wisdom, energy, patience, truthfulness, resolve, lovingkindness, and equanimity. Votes: 0

I struggle between what I know is right in my own mind, and some warped truthfulness as seen through other people's eyes who have no heart, and can't see the difference anyway. Votes: 0

What matters," said the prince at last, "is that you have a child's trusting nature and extraordinary truthfulness. Do you know that a great deal can be forgiven you for that alone? Votes: 0

At the end of the day, in brief summary: inerrancy is interested in the truthfulness of Scripture and it is a powerful way forcing people to think about that reliability that is God-given. Votes: 0

The truth of the matter is that inerrancy is simply a way of saying that there are no errors that call into question the truthfulness of Scripture wherever Scripture is making truth claims. Votes: 0

It seemed to be a makeshift replacement for love, absenting oneself from stifling atmospheres, because love basically was a torrential storm of feeling; it thrived only in partnership with laughing generosity and truthfulness. Votes: 0

The statistics reveal a failure of nerve on the part of many Christians. They seem to be simply unable to muster the strength necessary to develop a tenacious commitment to the truthfulness of Scripture. Votes: 0

The real truthfulness of all works of imagination, sculpture, painting, and written fiction, is so purely in the imagination, that the artist never seeks to represent positive truth, but the idealized image of a truth Votes: 0

Character is far more important than intellect in making a man a good citizen or successful at his calling- meaning by character not only such qualities as honesty and truthfulness, but courage, perseverance and self-reliance. Votes: 0