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What does it mean?
Even evil people want their deeds recognized and known.
In plain terms
Evil people want their deeds known.
What can you take from it?
Recognition matters even to those doing evil.

Where it applies

  • villainy
  • history
  • psychology

Putting it to work

  • expect acknowledgment from bad actors
  • avoid granting fame to evil

Questions to consider

  • Why does recognition matter?
  • Should evil deeds be famous?

Another view

Some prefer remaining hidden to avoid justice.

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