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“The mole has very small eyes and it always lives under ground; and it lives as long as it is in the dark but when it comes into the light it dies immediately, because it becomes known;--and so it is with lies.” quote by Leonardo da Vinci
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“The mole has very small eyes and it always lives under ground; and it lives as long as it is in the dark but when it comes into the light it dies immediately, because it becomes known;--and so it is with lies.”

Leonardo da Vinci

About This Quote

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

A metaphor comparing the fragility of a mole in light to how lies cannot survive scrutiny.

In simple terms: Lies die when exposed.

Key Takeaway

Expose falsehoods quickly.

Themes

truth deception visibility

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

aphaphorical didactic

When to use this quote

  • investigations
  • journalism
  • personal relationships
  • political discourse

Key Concepts

metaphor vulnerability exposure

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you confront uncomfortable truths?
  • What protects lies in your life?
A Different Perspective

Truth may be hidden but can be uncovered with effort.

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