Quote by William Shakespeare

Few love to hear the sins they love to act.

Few love to hear the sins they love to act.

Summary

This quote suggests that people often dislike being reminded of their own wrongdoing, especially when it is related to something they enjoy or derive pleasure from. It implies that individuals have a tendency to be selective with what they want to acknowledge or fully accept about themselves. In essence, people may not want to hear about their own sins because it forces them to confront and possibly feel guilty about their actions.

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By William Shakespeare

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