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“Any society which enjoins its members to adhere to both of these (politeness and truth) is a fraud.” quote by Idries Shah
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““Any society which enjoins its members to adhere to both of these (politeness and truth) is a fraud.””

Idries Shah

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

A society demanding both politeness and absolute truth is contradictory and deceptive.

In simple terms: Politeness and truth together are a fraud.

Key Takeaway

Question social expectations.

Themes

hypocrisy truth social norms

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • political discourse
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you be honest without being rude?
  • When is politeness more important?
A Different Perspective

Truth may be socially costly.

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