Henri Frederic Amiel

Henri Frédéric Amiel (1821–1881) was a Swiss philosopher, moralist and poet best known for his Journal Intime and his lectures on aesthetics at the University of Geneva. His writing explores conscience, solitude and the moral weight of truth, reflected in the quoted observation about silence and falsehood.

Quotes by Henri Frederic Amiel

Quotes: 2

Truth is not only violated by falsehood; it may be equally outraged by silence. — Henri Frederic Amiel

The Dual Threats to Truth: Falsehood and Silence

Ultimately, Amiel’s statement calls for active stewardship of truth. In our connected age, sharing accurate information and confronting misleading silence is an ethical imperative. Whether in journalism, social media, or personal relationships, the courage to break silence sustains the integrity of truth as surely as rejecting falsehood does, uniting personal conscience with communal well-being. [...]

Created on: 5/12/2025

To know how to grow old is the master work of wisdom, and one of the most difficult chapters in the great art of living. — Henri Frederic Amiel

The Art of Growing Old - Henri Frederic Amiel

Henri Frederic Amiel, a Swiss philosopher and poet, often explored themes of existence, time, and the human condition. This quote reflects his philosophical perspective that aging is an integral part of the human journey and a test of one's ability to live meaningfully. [...]

Created on: 11/22/2024