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The fool's crime is the crime that is found out and the…

“The fool's crime is the crime that is found out and the wise man's crime is the crime that is not found out.” quote by Wilkie Collins
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“The fool's crime is the crime that is found out and the wise man's crime is the crime that is not found out.”

Wilkie Collins

About This Quote

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

A hidden crime is more dangerous than a discovered one; ignorance can be a shield for the wise.

In simple terms: Undiscovered crimes protect the wise.

Key Takeaway

Beware of unseen wrongs.

Themes

morality secrecy wisdom

Mood

cautionary reflective

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • legal investigations
  • personal relationships
  • organizational ethics

Key Concepts

ethical dilemmas hidden truths

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unseen issues might you be ignoring?
  • How does secrecy affect trust?
A Different Perspective

Hidden crimes can cause unchecked harm.

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