Behinds Quote by Francois Fenelon
“Sordid and infamous sensuality, the most dreadful evil that issued from the box of Pandora, corrupts every heart, and eradicates every virtue. Fly! wherefore dost thou linger? Fly, cast not one look behind thee; nor let even thy thought return to the accursed evil for a moment.”
About This Quote
Source Literature: Moral treatise, 17th century France
Pandora’s box symbolizes humanity’s innate capacity for corruption, warning that indulgence in sensuality erodes virtue and heart.
In simple terms: Sensual excess corrupts virtue.
Key Takeaway
Guard against indulgence.
Themes
morality
virtue
human nature
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- political
- spiritual reflection
- self‑discipline
Key Concepts
Greek mythology
ethical caution
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you resist tempting vices?
- What virtues can you strengthen today?
A Different Perspective
Even restraint can be challenged by desire.
