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“Our sins, like to our shadows, when our day was in its glory, scarce appeared; toward our evening, how great and monstrous!” quote by John Suckling
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“Our sins, like to our shadows, when our day was in its glory, scarce appeared; toward our evening, how great and monstrous!”

John Suckling

About This Quote

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

The quote compares sins to shadows that grow larger as day fades, highlighting moral decline over time.

In simple terms: Sins grow as day ends.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address moral decline early.

Themes

morality time decline

Mood

reflective somber

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • long‑term planning
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

ethical erosion self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What shadows are growing in your life?
  • How can you confront early sins?
A Different Perspective

Focusing only on later consequences may ignore early prevention.

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