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Broken Quote by Madeleine L'Engle

“When a promise is broken, the promise still remains. In one way or another, we are all unfaithful to each other, and physical unfaithfulness is not the worst kind there is.” quote by Madeleine L'Engle
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“When a promise is broken, the promise still remains. In one way or another, we are all unfaithful to each other, and physical unfaithfulness is not the worst kind there is.”

Madeleine L'Engle

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, 1962

Broken promises linger, and all people inevitably betray each other in some way; physical betrayal is not the worst form.

In simple terms: Promises broken, but they still exist.

Key Takeaway

Accept imperfection in relationships.

Themes

trust betrayal human nature relationships

Mood

reflective somber

Type

philosophical emotional

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • team dynamics

Key Concepts

Moral ambiguity ethical responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we reconcile broken promises?
  • What is the deepest form of betrayal?
A Different Perspective

Physical betrayal may be less damaging than emotional.

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