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Success has a great tendency to conceal and throw a veil over the evil deeds of men.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success can often hide people's wrongdoings and flaws.
This quote by Demosthenes suggests that when someone achieves success, their past mistakes and immoral actions may be overlooked or forgotten. It highlights the idea that success can sometimes distort our perception of a person's character, allowing them to escape judgment for their wrongdoings as society tends to focus on their achievements instead.
Themes
SuccessDeedsConcealEvilMen
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about ethical issues in business, this quote can remind us to look beyond mere success to prevent overlooking moral failings.
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