Crime Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“There are crimes which become innocent and even glorious through their splendor, number and excess.”
About This Quote
He suggests that excessive, spectacular crimes can be reinterpreted as noble or admirable.
In simple terms: Great crimes can look noble when they are grand.
Key Takeaway
Question the allure of grandeur in wrongdoing.
Themes
power
glory
morality
excess
perception
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political scandals
- celebrity misconduct
- war crimes
- financial fraud
Key Concepts
ethical relativism
social perception
celebration of excess
Questions to Reflect On
- How does spectacle change our moral judgment?
- When does glorification become dangerous?
A Different Perspective
The claim may romanticize harmful actions, ignoring victims.
