Quote by Gilbert Parker

In all secrets there is a kind of guilt, however beautiful or joyful they may be, or for what good end they may be set to serve. Secrecy means evasion, and evasion means a problem to the moral mind.

In all secrets there is a kind of guilt, however beautiful o

Summary

This quote suggests that secrets, no matter how seemingly pleasant or beneficial, carry a sense of guilt. By their nature, secrets involve hiding or avoiding something, which can create moral dilemmas for individuals. It implies that secrecy can be seen as a way of evading responsibility or accountability, and that the act of keeping a secret can be conflicting for one's conscience. Thus, the quote emphasizes the ethical complexity and potential inner turmoil associated with the concept of secrecy.

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