Quote by Oscar Wilde

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

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

Summary

This quote warns against the dangers of living a double life and embodying hypocrisy. It emphasizes the importance of authenticity and consistency in one's character and actions. It suggests that pretending to be wicked while secretly acting in a virtuous manner is hypocritical and deceitful. It encourages individuals to align their behavior and beliefs, avoiding the contradiction of presenting oneself differently than who they truly are.

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