The verse "Ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free" is inscribed on the Main Building at the University of Texas at Austin and at Parks Library at Iowa State University. This is from the King James Version of the Bible, John 8:32.
What is the meaning of you will know the truth and the truth will set you free?
“You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” … This verse reflects the same meaning by saying that by telling the truth, even though you may get in trouble, will ultimately save you from guilt and provide you with a sense of relief.
What does the Bible say about setting free?
“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” “You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness.” “For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death.” … Likewise he who was free when called is a slave of Christ.”
What is the verse John 316?
The Bible verse, regarded by many as the most concise expression of Christian faith, reads in the King James translation: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Who said Veritas vos Liberabit?
The SMU motto, Veritas Liberabit Vos, translated from Latin as “The truth will make you free.” President Hyer, SMU's first president, selected the phrase and it was approved by the Board on March 29, 1912.
What is truth according to Bible?
Truth is in fact a verified or indisputable fact. We just believe as Christians the facts are laid out in the Bible. We believe every answer to life and the truth on any topic is laid out in the Bible. Jesus was saying to us it is an indisputable fact that I am the Son of God.
What is the meaning of set you free?
To release someone or something from some obligation, control, or restriction.
What does it mean to be free according to the Bible?
The freedom Jesus and Apostles are talking about is freedom of the mind and heart. The point is that the world enslaves us with desires for wealth, success, and status. These desires mean we wake up very day unhappy, jealous, stressed, and constantly comparing ourselves to others.