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“This madness has come on us for our sins.” quote by Alfred Tennyson
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““This madness has come on us for our sins.””

Alfred Tennyson

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Lotos‑Eaters”, 1832

The line suggests that collective wrongdoing brings collective punishment, framing sin as a cause of chaos.

In simple terms: Sin leads to collective madness.

Key Takeaway

Recognize consequences of collective actions.

Themes

morality consequence collective responsibility

Mood

somber serious

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • political movements
  • environmental crises
  • community decisions

Key Concepts

sin punishment social decay

Questions to Reflect On

  • What collective sins do we ignore?
  • How can societies prevent shared downfall?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex causes.

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