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Usura slayeth the child in the womb It stayeth the young…

“Usura slayeth the child in the womb It stayeth the young man's courting It hath brought palsey to bed, lyeth between the young bride and her bridegroom” quote by Ezra Pound
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“Usura slayeth the child in the womb It stayeth the young man's courting It hath brought palsey to bed, lyeth between the young bride and her bridegroom”

Ezra Pound

About This Quote

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

Excessive religious or moral strictness can suppress natural human development and relationships.

In simple terms: Rigidity harms growth and love.

Key Takeaway

Embrace flexibility.

Themes

religion morality restriction

Mood

serious thoughtful

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • parenting
  • marriage counseling

Key Concepts

human development relationship dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does strict doctrine affect personal freedom?
  • What balance between tradition and freedom is healthy?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex traditions.

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