Quotation by

Samuel Johnson

It is dangerous for mortal beauty, or terrestrial virtue, to be examined by too strong a light. The torch of Truth shows much that we cannot, and all that we would not, see.

Samuel Johnson

Truth

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Samuel Johnson is saying that when we look too closely or too honestly at human beauty or goodness, we often discover flaws or unpleasant realities that are hidden in normal circumstances. The "torch of Truth" reveals uncomfortable details that people usually prefer to ignore or are unprepared to face.

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