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Quote by Leonardo da Vinci on Truth and Eloquence

„Man has much power of discourse which for the most part is vain and false; animals have but little, but it is useful and true, and a small truth is better than a great lie.“

Leonardo da VinciLeonardo da Vinci on human and animal speech: Small truths are better than great lies.
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Leonardo da Vinci was a Renaissance polymath known as a painter, sculptor, engineer, and scientist.

Leonardo da Vinci reflects on human and animal speech, valuing honesty and truth over empty words.


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Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519) was an Italian Renaissance artist and scientist. He is regarded as the epitome of the Renaissance polymath, making significant contributions to painting, anatomy, engineering, and natural science.

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