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“For now, and since first break of dawne the Fiend, Meer Serpent in appearance, forth was come, And on his Quest, where likeliest he might finde The onely two of Mankinde, but in them The whole included Race, his purposd prey.” quote by John Milton
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““  For now, and since first break of dawne the Fiend,   Meer Serpent in appearance, forth was come,   And on his Quest, where likeliest he might finde   The onely two of Mankinde, but in them   The whole included Race, his purposd prey.””

John Milton

About This Quote

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

A demonic entity seeks to corrupt humanity, representing the broader struggle between evil and the human race.

In simple terms: Evil seeks to corrupt humanity.

Key Takeaway

Resist corrupting influences.

Themes

evil corruption humanity spiritual battle mythology

Mood

dramatic mythic

Type

literary theological

When to use this quote

  • spiritual crisis
  • moral decision
  • cultural analysis
  • religious study

Key Concepts

theology literature symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does evil manifest in modern life?
  • What protects humanity from corruption?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations vary; some view it as metaphor, not literal.

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