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“It would seem that this is a great crime, of which they are all guilty. How frightened hypocrisy hastens to defend itself, and to get under cover.’ He” quote by Victor Hugo
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““It would seem that this is a great crime, of which they are all guilty. How frightened hypocrisy hastens to defend itself, and to get under cover.’ He””

Victor Hugo

About This Quote

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

He condemns collective guilt and the self‑protective nature of hypocrisy, showing how fear fuels denial.

In simple terms: Guilt and hypocrisy feed each other.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and confront hypocrisy.

Themes

morality guilt hypocrisy

Mood

critical thought‑provoking

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • personal accountability
  • public debates

Key Concepts

social psychology ethical responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hypocrisies exist in your community?
  • How does fear shape denial?
A Different Perspective

Self‑defense can obscure truth.

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