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“Depending upon one another's hearts, ye had still hoped that virtue were not all a dream. Now are ye undeceived. Evil is the nature of mankind.” quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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“Depending upon one another's hearts, ye had still hoped that virtue were not all a dream. Now are ye undeceived. Evil is the nature of mankind.”

Nathaniel Hawthorne

About This Quote

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

Human nature is inherently flawed; virtue may be an illusion.

In simple terms: People are naturally flawed; virtue may be unreal.

Key Takeaway

Recognize imperfection and act with humility.

Themes

human nature virtue flaw

Mood

reflective somber

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • justice system
  • political leadership
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

morality existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you believe virtue exists?
  • How do you confront human flaws?
A Different Perspective

Virtue can be genuine; not all is evil.

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