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God has given you one face, and you make yourself another.

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In this quote, William Shakespeare suggests that humans have the ability to hide their true selves and present a different face to the world. It reflects on the human tendency to deceive others and even themselves, by wearing masks and adopting different personas. The quote invites us to question the authenticity of our own identities and the masks we choose to wear in different aspects of our lives.
Quote by William Shakespeare
Playwright, English
Renowned English playwright
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