Quote by Jean Cocteau

I am a lie who always speaks the truth.

I am a lie who always speaks the truth.

Summary

This quote suggests a contradiction in the speaker's nature by claiming to be both a lie and truthful. It could be interpreted metaphorically to convey the idea that the speaker presents themselves deceptively, but their words carry genuine honesty or have an underlying truth. It may reflect a complex and paradoxical personality, highlighting that appearances can be deceiving, and not everything is as straightforward as it seems.

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