Discarding, then, all dogmas, the growing minds strikes boldly out for truth, and he who catches but faint glimpses of it badly performs his duty if he attempts to hide it from his brothers.
Victoria C. Woodhull: “Discarding, then, all dogmas, the growing minds strikes boldly out for truth, and he who catches but faint glimpses of…”
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This quote encourages individuals to seek and share truth boldly, without hiding it from others.
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