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Devil Quote by Jean Cocteau

“May the devil himself splatter you with dung.” quote by Jean Cocteau
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“May the devil himself splatter you with dung.”

Jean Cocteau

About This Quote

Source Play: The Human Voice, 1930

A harsh curse wishing misfortune upon someone, using vivid, grotesque imagery.

In simple terms: A spiteful wish for bad luck.

Key Takeaway

Avoid spreading malice.

Themes

curses revenge harsh language

Mood

angry critical

Type

cautionary provocative

When to use this quote

  • personal conflicts
  • social media arguments
  • political rhetoric

Key Concepts

symbolism ritual profanity

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you ever use harsh language?
  • How could you express anger more constructively?
A Different Perspective

Such language can damage relationships and reflect poorly on the speaker.

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