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“All things come alike to all; there is one event to the righteous, and to the wicked; to the good and to the clean, and to the unclean; to him that sacrificeth, and to him that sacrificeth not.” quote by Doris Lessing
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“All things come alike to all; there is one event to the righteous, and to the wicked; to the good and to the clean, and to the unclean; to him that sacrificeth, and to him that sacrificeth not.”

Doris Lessing

About This Quote

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

All people experience the same fundamental events regardless of moral standing.

In simple terms: Everyone shares the same life events.

Key Takeaway

Recognize shared humanity.

Themes

eity morality human experience

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • judicial settings
  • interfaith dialogues
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

existentialism determinism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this view affect judgment of others?
  • Can equality of experience coexist with moral accountability?
A Different Perspective

May overlook individual differences in circumstance.

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