Banner Quote by C.P. Cavafy
“Speak not of guilt, speak not of responsibility. When the Regiment of the Senses parades by, with music, and with banners; when the senses shiver and shudder, it is only a fool and and an irreverent person that will keep his distance, who will not embrace the good cause, marching towards the conquest of pleasures and passions. All of morality's laws - poorly understood and applied - are nil and cannot stand even for a moment, when the Regiment of the Senses parades by, with music, and with banners.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Regiment of the Senses”, 1913
Sensory indulgence is praised, dismissing moral restraint as futile when pleasure dominates perception.
In simple terms: Pleasure trumps morality.
Key Takeaway
Embrace sensory experience.
Themes
pleasure
rebellion
morality
Mood
defiant
intense
philosophical
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- personal decision making
- nightlife choices
Key Concepts
hedonism
existentialism
nihilism
Questions to Reflect On
- Is unrestrained pleasure sustainable?
- What balance exists between desire and duty?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting ethics can lead to harmful excess.
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