Quote by Johann von Goethe

None are so hopelessly enslaved, as those who falsely believe they are free. The truth has been kept from the depth of their minds by masters who rule them with lies. They feed them on falsehoods till wrong looks like right in their eyes.

None are so hopelessly enslaved, as those who falsely believ

Summary

This quote suggests that true enslavement lies in the false belief of freedom. It implies that there are individuals who think they are free, but are actually controlled and manipulated by those in power who deceive them. These invisible "masters" use lies and deception to distort their perception of reality, to the point where what is wrong appears to be right. The quote highlights the dangers of being ignorant or oblivious to the truth, as it can lead to a deceptive sense of liberty and ultimately restrict personal freedom.

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Deception/lying

By Johann von Goethe

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