Summary
This quote suggests that craftiness, or being cunning and deceitful, is a quality that resides in one's thoughts, but it is viewed negatively as a vice when it manifest in one's character. It implies that although cleverness and strategizing may be desirable traits in certain situations, when they become a permanent part of someone's character, they are seen as dishonest and untrustworthy. In essence, this quote highlights the distinction between one's abilities and their moral character, cautioning against embracing craftiness as a defining trait.
Topics
Mind
By S. Dubay