Quote by Plato

Whatever deceives men seems to produce a magical enchantment.

Whatever deceives men seems to produce a magical enchantment

Summary

This quote suggests that when something deceives or misleads people, it has the power to captivate them in a seemingly enchanting way. Deception can create an illusion or spell that tricks individuals, making them believe in something that may not be true or real. It implies that deception has a mesmerizing effect on people, drawing them into its narrative and captivating their thoughts and emotions.

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Men

By Plato

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