Quote by Moliere

There are pretenders to piety as well as to courage.

There are pretenders to piety as well as to courage.

Summary

This quote suggests that there are individuals who pretend to be pious or religiously devout, just as there are those who pretend to be courageous. The statement points out that someone's outward display or claim of piety may not always reflect their true character or values. Similar to individuals who put on a facade of bravery, those pretending to be pious may not genuinely possess the moral or ethical qualities associated with piety. It serves as a reminder that one shouldn't always take people at face value and urges discernment when evaluating someone's religious or ethical stance.

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