Affliction Quote by Ann Radcliffe
“O! useful may it be to have shewn, that, though the vicious can sometimes pour affliction upon the good, their power is transient and their punishment certain; and that innocence, though oppressed by injustice, shall, supported by patience, finally triumph over misfortune!And, if the weak hand, that has recorded this tale, has, by its scenes, beguiled the mourner of one hour of sorrow, or, by its moral, taught him to sustain it—the effort, however humble, has not been vain, nor is the writer unrewarded.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Mysteries of Udolpho, 1794
Even when evil harms the good, its power is temporary and justice, aided by patience, will ultimately prevail.
In simple terms: Patience and justice overcome oppression.
Key Takeaway
Trust that patience leads to justice.
Themes
justice
patience
virtue
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
moral
inspirational
When to use this quote
- legal advocacy
- personal hardship
- social activism
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
resilience
karma
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does active resistance play?
- How can we support the oppressed now?
A Different Perspective
Patience alone may not stop immediate suffering.
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