No man commits evil for the sake of it; even the Devil…
“No man commits evil for the sake of it; even the Devil himself has some farther design in sinning, than barely the wicked part of it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Evil actions are driven by hidden motives; even the Devil has a purpose beyond mere wickedness.
In simple terms: Bad deeds have deeper reasons, even for the Devil.
Seek underlying motives behind wrongdoing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal judgments
- ethical debates
- personal reflections
- theological studies
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives harmful behavior?
- Can some evil be truly random?
Assumes all evil is purposeful, ignoring senseless harm.