# Aphorism 180 explained — Beyond Good and Evil

> Chapter companion for Beyond Good and Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche.

## What happens

A brief aphorism exploring the concept of a virtuous or 'innocent' lie, suggesting that such deception can be a sign of genuine commitment to a cause.

## Key lines

> There is an innocence in lying which is the sign of good faith in a cause.

A lie told with a sense of purity or lack of malice can paradoxically demonstrate one's sincere dedication to a larger purpose.

_This aphorism presents a complex, potentially paradoxical view of truth and deception in service of a higher ideal._

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/beyond_good_and_evil_se/chapters/180
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