There is to some men a great Lechery in Lying, and imposing on the understandings of beleeving people.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Some men find a perverse pleasure in lying and deceiving others.
- In plain terms
- Lying can be a twisted source of enjoyment for some.
- What can you take from it?
- Beware of those who enjoy manipulation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do some enjoy deceit?
- How can societies discourage manipulative lying?
Another view
Not all lies stem from pleasure; many are defensive.
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