Quote by Tacitus

Things forbidden have a secret charm.

Things forbidden have a secret charm.

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a mysterious allure to things that are forbidden or prohibited. The very act of being forbidden adds to the appeal and fascination. It implies that when something is off-limits or denied to us, it creates a desire to explore or experience it even more. The quote highlights the notion that human curiosity tends to be piqued by the forbidden, drawing a sense of excitement and fascination from that which is out of reach or inaccessible.

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