Quote by Jean Jacques Rousseau

The first step towards vice is to shroud innocent actions in mystery, and whoever likes to conceal something sooner or later has reason to conceal it.

The first step towards vice is to shroud innocent actions in

Summary

This quote suggests that engaging in vice or immoral behavior often begins with a desire to hide or conceal innocent actions. The act of deliberately keeping things secret implies that there is something to be concealed, indicating a hidden motive or agenda. It implies that people who enjoy keeping things hidden may eventually have genuine reasons for doing so, suggesting a progression from harmless secrecy to more dubious intentions or actions. Ultimately, the quote cautions against the dangers of maintaining secrecy, as it may eventually lead to immoral conduct.

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By Jean Jacques Rousseau

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