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“the fatal false step which, once taken, would thrust her down into the terrible slavery of appetite and hate and economics and government which our race knows so well.” quote by C.S. Lewis
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““the fatal false step which, once taken, would thrust her down into the terrible slavery of appetite and hate and economics and government which our race knows so well.””

C.S. Lewis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942

A single misstep can lead a person into destructive cycles of desire, hatred, and societal oppression.

In simple terms: One bad choice can trap you in harmful patterns

Key Takeaway

Avoid small compromises that lead to larger evils

Themes

morality temptation societal critique

Mood

cautious serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • political activism
  • social media use

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What subtle choices could lead to larger harm?
  • How can you recognize early signs of destructive patterns?
A Different Perspective

Not all false steps are obvious.

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