Quote by Osamu Dazai

I am convinced that human life is filled with many pure, happy, serene examples of insincerity, truly splendid of their kind-of people deceiving one another without (strangely enough) any wounds being inflicted, of people who seem unaware even that they are deceiving one another.

I am convinced that human life is filled with many pure, hap

Summary

This quote suggests that human life is replete with instances of genuine happiness and tranquility that arise from insincere interactions. These interactions involve people deceiving each other without causing harm or suffering, with the peculiar aspect that the deceivers themselves may not even realize they are being deceptive. The quote seems to highlight the paradoxical nature of these circumstances, showcasing the existence of seemingly harmless and blissful instances of insincerity within human relationships.

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Life Human Deceit Deception

By Osamu Dazai

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