Truthful Words Quotes

It is better to be divided by truth than to be united in error. It is better to speak the truth that hurts and then heals, than falsehood that comforts and then kills.

I believe words mean something. I really do.

We swallow with one gulp the lie that flatters us, and drink drop by drop the truth which is bitter to us.

There are only two people who can tell you the truth about yourself - an enemy who has lost his temper and a friend who loves you dearly.

On their deathbed men will speak true, they say.

Have something to say, and say it as clearly as you can. That is the only secret.

Say it clear, and it will be beautiful.

Truth seldom is pleasant; it is almost invariably bitter.

Our words should aim not to please, but to help.

Be Impeccable with Your Word. Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean.

Better are the blows of a friend than the flase kisses of an enemy.

It is splendid to be supportive when you see those around you doing well, but blind praise is easier than harsh facts.

No - simple to pronounce, hard to say.

The Sufis advise us to speak only after our words have managed to pass through three gates. At the first gate, we ask ourselves, 'Are these words true?' If so, we let them pass on; if not, back they go. At the second gate, we ask, 'Are the necessary?' At the last gate, we ask, 'Are they kind?'

How sweet the words of Truth, breathed from the lips of Love.

Beware of the anger of the mouth. Master your words. Let them serve truth.

Next to a sincere compliment, I think I like a well-deserved and honest rebuke.

A good message will always find a messenger.

Speak, my fair, and fairly, I pray thee.

O Lord Eternal, move and govern my tongue to speak the truth.

I've found it to be true that sometimes a stranger can give you advice that stays with you, utter truths the closest people in your life have trouble saying.

The harshest criticism may be the best words you ever hear.

I bring reason to your ears, and, in language as plain as ABC, hold up truth to your eyes.

While truth is always bitter, pleasantness waits upon evildoing.

Truth is not always a pleasant thing.