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WRATH, n. Anger of a superior quality and degree…

“WRATH, n. Anger of a superior quality and degree, appropriate to exalted characters and momentous occasions; as, "the wrath of God," "the day of wrath," etc. . . .” quote by Ambrose Bierce
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“WRATH, n. Anger of a superior quality and degree, appropriate to exalted characters and momentous occasions; as, "the wrath of God," "the day of wrath," etc. . . .”

Ambrose Bierce

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A heightened, noble form of anger reserved for grand, moral or cosmic events.

In simple terms: Powerful righteous anger.

Key Takeaway

Recognize when anger serves a higher purpose.

Themes

justice morality divine authority emotion

Mood

solemn reflective

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • political speeches
  • religious sermons
  • legal judgments
  • activist rallies

Key Concepts

Ethics theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does righteous anger become harmful?
  • How to channel it constructively?
A Different Perspective

Righteous anger can become destructive if unchecked.

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