Quote by Johann von Goethe

Whoever wishes to keep a secret must hide the fact that he possesses one.

Whoever wishes to keep a secret must hide the fact that he p

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to effectively keep a secret, one must not only conceal the information itself but also make sure that others are unaware of the existence of any hidden knowledge. It implies that showing any signs or indications of possessing secret information can potentially put the secrecy at risk. Hence, discretion is crucial not just in protecting the content of the secret, but also in maintaining a faÃ§ade to prevent others from suspecting the existence of any undisclosed information.

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By Johann von Goethe

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