Abstract
The paper traces the historical development of concepts of truth in relation to language and literature, from ancient to contemporary philosophy. It examines how different philosophical traditions have grappled with the problem of articulating truth through linguistic means, and how literature, in its various forms, has both challenged and enriched these philosophical understandings. The paper analyzes key thinkers and movements, including Plato's theory of forms, Aristotle's logic, medieval scholasticism, Enlightenment rationalism, Romantic hermeneutics, and post-structuralist critiques of language. It argues that a deeper appreciation of the intertwined histories of truth, language, and literature can illuminate contemporary debates about meaning, representation, and the nature of reality.