Quote by Oscar Wilde

I hope you have not been leading a double life, pretending to be wicked and being really good all the time. That would be hypocrisy.

I hope you have not been leading a double life, pretending t

Summary

This quote highlights the notion of hypocrisy and urges individuals not to lead dual lives. It emphasizes the importance of consistency in character and behavior. The speaker expresses their disapproval of someone who feigns wickedness while their true nature is righteous. This serves as a caution against the deceptive nature of pretending to be someone or something that one is not, emphasizing the value of authenticity and integrity in one's actions and identity.

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