1930s Quote by Margery Allingham
““There are some people to whom muddled thinking and self-deception are the two most unforgivable crimes in the world.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Fashion in Death by Margery Allingham, 1931
Muddled thinking and self‑deception are seen as severe moral failings, undermining truth and trust.
In simple terms: Self‑deception is a grave crime.
Key Takeaway
Guard against self‑deception.
Themes
ethics
truth
integrity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- education
- media consumption
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you detect your own self‑deception?
- What safeguards can societies place against it?
A Different Perspective
Self‑deception can be unintentional and hard to recognize.
