Thus began Outrage from liveless things; but Discord first…
““Thus began Outrage from liveless things; but Discord first Daughter of Sin, among th' irrational, Death introduc'd through fierce antipathie: Beast now with Beast gan war, & Fowle with Fowle, And Fish with Fish; to graze the Herb all leaving, Devourd each other; nor stood much in awe Of Man, but fled him, or with count'nance grim Glar'd on him passing: these were from without The growing miseries, which ADAM saw Alreadie in part, though hid in gloomiest shade, To sorrow abandond, but worse felt within, And in a troubl'd Sea of passion tost, Thus to disburd'n sought with sad complaint.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human suffering arises from rebellion and the loss of divine order, leading to mutual destruction
In simple terms: Rebellion causes chaos and pain
Key Takeaway
Recognize the cost of discord and seek harmony
Themes
sin
rebellion
chaos
Mood
somber
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political conflict
- personal relationships
- environmental crises
Key Concepts
theology
human nature
moral decay
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives the desire for rebellion?
- Can order be restored without oppression?
A Different Perspective
Chaos can also spark necessary change