Really Quote by Henrik Ibsen
“Really to sin you have to be serious about it.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Ghosts, 1881
Seriousness gives sin its weight; without gravity, wrongdoing loses its moral impact.
In simple terms: Taking sin seriously gives it moral weight.
Key Takeaway
Treat wrongdoing with gravity.
Themes
morality
seriousness
responsibility
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal judgments
- personal guilt
- ethical training
- counseling
Key Concepts
Literature
philosophy
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seriousness affect personal accountability?
- Can compassion coexist with moral seriousness?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on seriousness may cause guilt paralysis.
