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Devil Quote by Bob Marley

“The devil ain't got no power over me. The devil come, and me shake hands with the devil. Devil have his part to play. Devil's a good friend, too... because when you don't know him, that's the time he can mosh you down.” quote by Bob Marley
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“The devil ain't got no power over me. The devil come, and me shake hands with the devil. Devil have his part to play. Devil's a good friend, too... because when you don't know him, that's the time he can mosh you down.”

Bob Marley

About This Quote

Source Song: “The Devil’s Own”, 1976

The devil is portrayed as a familiar adversary, suggesting confronting fear directly can diminish its power.

In simple terms: Face fear to reduce its grip.

Key Takeaway

Confront challenges rather than avoid them.

Themes

courage self‑empowerment spirituality

Mood

motivational reflective

Type

musical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • therapy
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

fear adversary inner dialogue

Questions to Reflect On

  • What “devil” do you need to confront?
  • How does facing it change you?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize harmful influences.

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