Deceive Quote by Charles Caleb Colton
“It is best, if possible, to deceive no one; for he that ... begins by deceiving others, will end ... by deceiving himself.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Deception and Self‑Deception” by Charles Caleb Colton, 1820
Deceiving others leads to self‑deception; honesty preserves integrity and self‑respect.
In simple terms: Lying to others harms yourself.
Key Takeaway
Practice honesty in all dealings.
Themes
integrity
self‑deception
ethics
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- business
- personal relationships
- politics
Key Concepts
philosophy
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- When is truth hardest to tell?
- How does self‑deception affect decisions?
A Different Perspective
Honesty may be socially costly.
