This is a Spanish saying that translates to 'The thief believes everyone else is a thief'. It is used to indicate that people often project their own flaws or behaviors on others, assuming others act or think the same way they do
Examples
- Spanish: No puedes desconfiar de todos solo porque tú eres desconfiado. Recuerda que el ladrón se cree que todos son de su condición.
- English: You can't mistrust everyone just because you're distrustful. Remember, the thief believes everyone else is a thief.