Indeed the dictum that truth always triumphs over persecution, is one of those pleasant falsehoods which men repeat after one another till they pass into common places, but which all experience refutes. -John Stuart Mill

 

Indeed the dictum that truth always triumphs over persecution, is one of those pleasant falsehoods which men repeat after one another till they pass into common places, but which all experience refutes.


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This quote is just one of 20 total John Stuart Mill quotes in our collection. John Stuart Mill is known for saying 'Indeed the dictum that truth always triumphs over persecution, is one of those pleasant falsehoods which men repeat after one another till they pass into common places, but which all experience refutes.' as well as some of the following quotes.

The only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community against his will is to prevent harm to others.

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The worth of the state, in the long run, is the worth of the individuals composing it.

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Over one's mind and over one's body the individual is sovereign.

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Next to selfishness the principal cause which makes life unsatisfactory is want of mental cultivation.

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Ask yourself whether you are happy and you cease to be so.

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