Accursed Quote by Friedrich Schiller
“Accursed be he who plays with the devil.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Wilhelm Tell, 1804
Engaging with evil invites personal ruin; one should avoid tempting fate.
In simple terms: Playing with evil leads to ruin.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harmful temptations.
Themes
morality
danger
fate
Mood
serious
warning
Type
philosophical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- ethical dilemmas
- risk taking
Key Concepts
temptation
consequences
Questions to Reflect On
- When is confronting evil justified?
- What are the costs of avoidance?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes confronting evil is necessary for justice.
