Deceiving others Quote by Oscar Wilde
“When one is in love, one always begins by deceiving one's self, and one always ends by deceiving others. That is what the world calls a romance.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Lady Windermere's Fan, 1892
Love begins with self‑deception and ends by deceiving others, which society labels romance.
In simple terms: Love involves self‑deception and deceiving others.
Key Takeaway
Recognize romance’s illusion.
Themes
love
deception
romance
human nature
society
Mood
melancholic
ironic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- marriage
- dating culture
Key Concepts
existentialism
social critique
psychology of love
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we accept deception in love?
- Can honesty coexist with romance?
A Different Perspective
Romantic idealism can mask truth.
