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“Not only commission makes a sin. A man is guilty of all those sins he hateth not. If I cannot avoid all, yet I will hate all.” quote by Joseph Hall
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“Not only commission makes a sin. A man is guilty of all those sins he hateth not. If I cannot avoid all, yet I will hate all.”

Joseph Hall

About This Quote

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

He argues that guilt stems not only from actions but also from the sins one tolerates, urging hatred of all sins.

In simple terms: Hate all sins, not just some.

Key Takeaway

Reject all wrongdoing.

Themes

morality guilt integrity

Mood

reflective critical

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal ethics
  • legal judgments
  • community standards
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy self‑examination

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which sins do you overlook?
  • How can you balance judgment with compassion?
A Different Perspective

Total condemnation can lead to rigidity and burnout.

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