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“is not good for one's morals to see bad acting. Besides,” quote by Oscar Wilde
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““is not good for one's morals to see bad acting. Besides,””

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Source Play: Lady Windermere's Fan, 1892

Seeing immoral behavior can corrupt one's own morals, suggesting that exposure to bad acting erodes ethical standards.

In simple terms: Bad acting can harm your morals.

Key Takeaway

Avoid consuming corrupting content.

Themes

morality influence art ethics

Mood

cautionary reflective

Type

theatrical literary

When to use this quote

  • theatre attendance
  • film viewing
  • social media consumption
  • educational curricula

Key Concepts

aesthetic impact psychological contagion cultural standards

Questions to Reflect On

  • Does all bad art corrupt?
  • Can we learn from immoral examples?
A Different Perspective

Some argue art can be separate from morality.

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