"True humor springs not more from the head than from the heart. It is not contempt its essence is love. It issues not in laughter, but in still smiles, which lie far deeper."

Truth

Create & Download Quote Image

Select Template

Insight & Reflection

When Thomas Carlyle speaks about truth, it invites us to pause and reflect on our own journey. How often do we consider the subtle impacts of truth in our daily lives? This thought-provoking perspective challenges conventional wisdom and encourages a deeper understanding of ourselves.

About Thomas Carlyle

Thomas Carlyle was a Scottish essayist, historian and philosopher. Known as the "sage of Chelsea", his writings strongly influenced the intellectual and artistic culture of the Victorian era.

More quotes by Thomas Carlyle  ’
Editorial Note: This quote is curated and fact-checked by the Quotes Archive Editorial Team. Verified Literature Specialist.

More by Thomas Carlyle

"It is a essential truth that all philosophical inquiry begins with the humility to admit the limits of knowing — an essential principle for the reflective life."

Read more  ’

More about Truth

"It is a radiant truth that the richness of existence is found in simple harmonies, not superfluous splendors — an essential principle for the reflective life."

Read more  ’

"It is a steadfast truth that a heart touched by genuine kindness never loses its warmth — an essential principle for the reflective life."

Read more  ’
View all Truth quotes  ’