Evil is a fact, not to be explained away, but to be…
“Evil is a fact, not to be explained away, but to be accepted; and accepted, not to be endured, but to be conquered.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Evil exists objectively; we must acknowledge it, not merely tolerate it, and actively overcome it.
In simple terms: Evil is real; we must confront it.
Confront and overcome evil.
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When to use this quote
- political activism
- social justice movements
- personal moral decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between acknowledging evil and becoming desensitized?
- What actions effectively transform acceptance into conquest?
Evil may be ambiguous in perception, making acceptance and conquest complex.