Quote by Buddha

When one feels no shame in telling a deliberate lie, there is no evil, I tell you, he will not do.

When one feels no shame in telling a deliberate lie, there i

Summary

This quote suggests that when a person is willing to lie without feeling any guilt or shame, they are capable of committing any kind of evil act. It implies that the absence of moral conscience, represented by shamelessness in lying, allows for the unrestricted potential for harmful behavior. The quote serves as a cautionary reminder of the pervasiveness and potential consequences of dishonesty in a person's actions and choices.

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Truth Evil Lies Deception Buddha

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