Arms Quote by Etgar Keret
“There were lots of lies along the way in life. Lies without arms, lies that were ill, lies that did harm, lies that could kill. Lies on foot, or behind the wheel, black-tie lies, and lies that could steal.”
About This Quote
Source Short Story Collection: The Seven Good Years, 2010
Lies take many forms and can infiltrate every aspect of life, causing harm.
In simple terms: Lies appear everywhere.
Key Takeaway
Be vigilant about truth in speech and action.
Themes
deception
trust
communication
Mood
suspicious
thoughtful
Type
cautionary
analytical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- politics
- media
- legal proceedings
Key Concepts
Ethics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a lie justified?
- How can we detect hidden falsehoods?
A Different Perspective
Some lies are protective or socially necessary.
