Quote by Jean Paul Richter

Weaklings must lie.

Weaklings must lie.

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who lack strength or courage tend to resort to dishonesty or fabrication. It implies that weak people may find it difficult to confront reality or be authentic, resulting in a tendency to deceive or misrepresent the truth. It implies that lying may be seen as a defensive or self-preserving measure for those who feel inadequate or threatened by their vulnerability or lack of power. Ultimately, the quote implies a correlation between weakness and dishonesty.

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By Jean Paul Richter

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