"A lie does not consist in the indirect position of words, but in the desire and intention, by false speaking, to deceive and injure your neighbour"
- Jonathan Swift
About this Quote
This quote by Jonathan Swift is a tip that lying is not almost the words we utilize, however also about our intentions. It suggests that lying is not almost stating something that is not true, but also about deliberately tricking and hurting another person. It indicates that even if we don't state something that is incorrect, if our intent is to deceive and injure someone, then we are still lying. This quote encourages us to be honest and to believe carefully about our intents when we communicate with others. It reminds us that our words have power and that we need to utilize them properly. It also works as a warning that lying can have serious effects, both for the liar and for the person being lied to.
This quote is written / told by Jonathan Swift between November 30, 1667 and October 19, 1745. He was a famous Writer from Ireland.
The author also have 61 other quotes.
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