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We are ne'er like angels till our passion dies.

“We are ne'er like angels till our passion dies.” quote by Thomas Dekker
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“We are ne'er like angels till our passion dies.”

Thomas Dekker

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 flawed; only when desire fades do we become harmless.

In simple terms: We are not pure until our desires end.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and temper passion.

Themes

human nature desire morality

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • career ambition
  • creative pursuits
  • political power

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance passion with restraint?
  • When can passion be beneficial?
A Different Perspective

Passion can also drive positive change, not just harm.

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