the left hand doesn't know what the right hand is doing

Meaning

Phrase

  • Two parts of an organization are unaware of each other's activities.

Origin

  • Compare the Bible, Matthew 6:3: "But when you give to the poor, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing."

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