Saint Augustine! well hast thou said, That of our vices we…
“Saint Augustine! well hast thou said, That of our vices we can frame A ladder, if we will but tread Beneath our feet each deed of shame.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Vices can be used as steps toward moral improvement if acknowledged.
In simple terms: Vices as ladders.
Turn flaws into growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- confession
- therapy
- religious practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one recognize personal vices?
- What steps lead to redemption?
Denial of vices hinders progress.