Quote I believe that truth has only one face: that of...

“I believe that truth has only one face: that of a violent contradiction.” - Georges Bataille

Decryption of quote

I believe that truth has only one face: that of a violent contradiction.

When we think of truth, we often imagine it as something clear-cut and straightforward. But in reality, truth is not always black and white. It can be complex, multifaceted, and at times, contradictory.

Truth is not always easy to accept. It can challenge our beliefs, shake our foundations, and force us to confront uncomfortable realities. It can be a harsh wake-up call, a jolt to our senses, a violent clash of ideas.

But in that contradiction lies the beauty of truth. It is in the tension between opposing forces that we find growth, transformation, and enlightenment. It is through grappling with conflicting truths that we expand our minds, deepen our understanding, and evolve as individuals.

Truth is not meant to be comfortable. It is meant to be challenging, provocative, and sometimes even painful. It is through facing these contradictions head-on that we uncover deeper layers of truth, hidden beneath the surface.

Embracing the violent contradiction of truth means embracing the complexity of the world around us. It means being open to different perspectives, willing to question our own beliefs, and ready to engage in difficult conversations.

It is through this process of wrestling with conflicting truths that we come to a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world we inhabit. It is through this struggle that we find clarity, wisdom, and ultimately, a more profound sense of truth.

So let us not shy away from the violent contradictions of truth. Let us embrace them, engage with them, and allow them to guide us on our journey towards greater knowledge, empathy, and enlightenment.




truth

Quotes to Explore


 inspirational quotes - Image for quote : I am enough of an artist to draw freely upon my imagination. Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.

I am enough of an artist to draw freely upon my imagination. Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.

Albert Einstein

 inspirational quotes - Image for quote : The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any.

The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any.

Alice Walker

 inspirational quotes - Image for quote : If you can't you must, and if you must you can.

If you can't you must, and if you must you can.

Anthony Robbins

 inspirational quotes - Image for quote : If you do what you've always done, you'll get what you've always gotten.

If you do what you've always done, you'll get what you've always gotten.

Anthony Robbins

 inspirational quotes - Image for quote : Every problem is a gift - without problems we would not grow.

Every problem is a gift - without problems we would not grow.

Anthony Robbins

 inspirational quotes - Image for quote : Do your best and let God do the rest.

Do your best and let God do the rest.

Ben Carson