When a person cannot deceive
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When a person cannot deceive himself
the chances are against his being able to deceive other people.
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Meaning
This quote means self-deception is often the first condition for deceiving others. A person who sees clearly is harder to fake.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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