'I do not know these good men,' replied the prisoner.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The prisoner denies knowing the men who are likely helping him.
- In plain terms
- He says he does not know these good people.
- What can you take from it?
- Disowning aid can be a form of protection or denial.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why would someone deny knowing their allies?
- When is silence safer than truth?
Another view
Denial can isolate you from those who would help.
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