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“We poison the wine as He decants it into us; murder a melody He would play with us as the instrument...Hence all sin, whatever else it is, is sacrilege.” quote by C. S. Lewis
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“We poison the wine as He decants it into us; murder a melody He would play with us as the instrument...Hence all sin, whatever else it is, is sacrilege.”

C. S. Lewis

About This Quote

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

He likens sin to contaminating something pure, turning it into sacrilege, emphasizing its corrupting nature.

In simple terms: Sin corrupts purity and becomes sacrilege.

Key Takeaway

Guard purity against corrupting influences.

Themes

sin corruption purity spirituality

Mood

cautionary serious

Type

theological reflective

When to use this quote

  • ethical decision making
  • spiritual vigilance
  • personal integrity

Key Concepts

theology moral philosophy symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What “wine” are you protecting?
  • How do you recognize subtle corruption?
A Different Perspective

Sin can be rationalized, making resistance harder.

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