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Hypocrisy is the homage which vice pays to virtue

“Hypocrisy is the homage which vice pays to virtue” quote by François De La Rochefoucauld
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“Hypocrisy is the homage which vice pays to virtue”

François De La Rochefoucauld

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Vice imitates virtue to disguise its own immorality, showing respect through mockery.

In simple terms: Vice pretends to honor virtue.

Key Takeaway

Recognize false praise.

Themes

hypocrisy morality virtue

Mood

skeptical critical

Type

aphilosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • personal relationships
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

Rousseauian critique moral paradox

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you spot insincere flattery?
  • When does imitation become deception?
A Different Perspective

Virtue may be exploited for self‑interest.

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