Expired Quote by Ann Radcliffe
“I tasted too what was called the sweet of revenge - but it was transient, it expired even with the object, that provoked it.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Mysteries of Udolpho, 1794
Revenge offers fleeting satisfaction that fades once achieved.
In simple terms: Revenge is temporary.
Key Takeaway
Seek lasting peace instead.
Themes
revenge
transience
emotional health
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
moral
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal healing
- justice pursuits
Key Concepts
psychology
ethical reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What long‑term goals replace revenge?
- How can forgiveness be cultivated?
A Different Perspective
Revenge may cause collateral harm.
