Drunkenness is a flattering devil, a sweet poison, a…
“Drunkenness is a flattering devil, a sweet poison, a pleasant sin, which whosoever hath, hath not himself, which whosoever doth commit, doth not commit sin, but he himself is wholly sin.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Self‑indulgence masquerades as harmless, yet it corrupts the soul entirely.
In simple terms: Pleasurable sins still corrupt.
Key Takeaway
Guard against deceptive temptations.
Themes
sin
self‑control
spirituality
deception
Mood
reflective
spiritual
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- confessional practice
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What “sweet poison” tempts you?
- How can you recognize hidden sin?
A Different Perspective
Temptation often feels harmless, making resistance harder.