Able Quote by Graham Greene
“Hatred seems to work on the same glands as love: it even produces the same actions. If we had not been taught how to interpret the story of the Passion, would we have been able to say from their actions alone whether it was the jealous Judas or the cowardly Peter who loved Christ?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Power and the Glory, 1940
Love and hatred can trigger identical physiological responses, yet moral interpretation depends on context and narrative framing.
In simple terms: Love and hate feel the same, but meaning differs.
Key Takeaway
Consider intent behind actions.
Themes
morality
emotion
interpretation
religion
psychology
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- religious study
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
ethical dualism
emotional resonance
theological narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate love from hate in behavior?
- Can similar actions be morally opposite?
A Different Perspective
Moral judgments may ignore underlying emotional sameness.
