Art Quote by Cato the Younger
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“Should anyone attempt to deceive you by false expressions, and not be a true friend at heart, act in the same manner, and thus art will defeat art. [If you would catch a man let him think he is catching you.]”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Moral Treatise, 50 BC
Deceitful expressions betray true friendship; respond similarly, letting art defeat art.
In simple terms: False expressions betray friendship; respond in kind.
Key Takeaway
Guard against insincerity.
Themes
ethics
trust
artifice
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- social media
Key Concepts
political discourse
personal relationships
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle false friends?
- When is honesty more important than loyalty?
A Different Perspective
Reciprocity may perpetuate deceit.
