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“Moundshroud, leaning over, gave a snort: “Why those are Sins, boys! And nondescripts. There crawls the Worm of Conscience!” quote by Ray Bradbury
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““Moundshroud, leaning over, gave a snort: “Why those are Sins, boys! And nondescripts. There crawls the Worm of Conscience!””

Ray Bradbury

About This Quote

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

Moundshroud calls sins and the Worm of Conscience, implying moral corruption and inner turmoil.

In simple terms: Sins and conscience cause inner conflict.

Key Takeaway

Address moral doubts directly.

Themes

morality conscience corruption

Mood

introspective serious

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • self‑reflection
  • ethical decision making
  • psychological counseling

Key Concepts

inner conflict symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are your personal “worms of conscience”?
  • How do you confront moral failings?
A Different Perspective

May be metaphorically vague.

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