All the world knows me in my book, and my book in me.
Michel De MontaigneRead
In plain truth, lying is an accursed vice. We are not men, nor have any other tie upon another, but by our word.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Lying undermines our integrity and the bonds we share through our promises. Truthfulness is fundamental to human relationships.
In this quote, Michel De Montaigne emphasizes the importance of honesty and how our words are the foundation of our relationships with others. By declaring lying as an 'accursed vice', he suggests that integrity is vital for trust and connection among people, as our commitments and assurances bind us to each other.
Themes
LyingTruthIntegrityHonestyRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about ethics, one could quote this to highlight the importance of honesty.
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