That there is a Devil is a thing doubted by none but such…
“That there is a Devil is a thing doubted by none but such as are under the influence of the Devil. For any to deny the being of a Devil must be from ignorance or profaneness worse than diabolical.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Belief in the Devil is common; denying it is seen as ignorance or moral failing.
In simple terms: People often assume evil exists.
Question assumptions about unseen forces.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- secular societies
- personal belief systems
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence shapes your belief in evil?
- How do cultural contexts affect such beliefs?
Not everyone shares this view; some reject the Devil entirely.