Quote by Ludwig van Beethoven

Anyone who tells a lie has not a pure heart, and cannot make a good soup.

Anyone who tells a lie has not a pure heart, and cannot make

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity. It suggests that those who dishonestly deceive or lie lack sincerity and purity in their intentions. The analogy used between telling lies and making soup suggests that both require a genuine and pure heart to produce a desirable outcome. In other words, the quote implies that honesty is not only morally virtuous but also essential for achieving good results in any endeavor.

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