Art Quote by Moliere
“We live under a prince who is an enemy to fraud, a prince whose eyes penetrate into the heart, and whom all the art of impostors can't deceive.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Imaginary Invalid, 1673
It warns that a ruler can see through deception, making fraud ineffective against a vigilant authority.
In simple terms: A vigilant ruler thwarts fraud.
Key Takeaway
Stay honest under scrutiny.
Themes
power
trust
deception
authority
surveillance
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
dramatic
political
When to use this quote
- government
- corporate governance
- media scrutiny
- personal integrity
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms keep leaders honest?
- How does transparency affect power?
A Different Perspective
Even powerful eyes can be misled by clever lies.
