Thou knowest not the endless artifices of a court…
“Thou knowest not the endless artifices of a court. Invented crimes are often there alleged; but real ones, and those especially, which may offend his pride, are oftentimes not to a king divulged.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Courts create false crimes, while real offenses, especially those threatening a king’s ego, are often kept secret.
In simple terms: Courts hide real crimes, invent others.
Key Takeaway
Beware hidden motives.
Themes
politics
law
power
Mood
cautious
inquisitive
Type
historical
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal reform
- historical study
- media investigation
Key Concepts
court intrigue
ego
secrecy
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives a ruler to conceal truth?
- How can societies uncover hidden offenses?
A Different Perspective
Secret crimes may be harder to prove.