Angels Quote by Arthur Machen
““sin is an effort to gain the ecstasy and the knowledge that pertain alone to angels, and in making this effort man becomes a demon.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Secret Doctrine, 1910
Sin is portrayed as a misguided pursuit of divine ecstasy and knowledge, which transforms the seeker into a demonic being.
In simple terms: Seeking divine joy wrongly makes one evil.
Key Takeaway
Beware of chasing forbidden knowledge.
Themes
spirituality
morality
human nature
Mood
cautionary
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- religious study
- ethical decision making
- personal introspection
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
temptation
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “demon” symbolize in this context?
- Can seeking higher truth be inherently dangerous?
A Different Perspective
The desire for forbidden knowledge can be alluring.
