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Human life Quote by Marie Corelli

“Suicide during a state of temporary insanity,” is passed, have been caused by long and hopeless brooding on the “nothingness of the Universe” — which, if it were a true theory, would indeed make of Creation a bitter, nay, even a senseless jest. The cruel preachers of such a creed have much to…” quote by Marie Corelli
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““Suicide during a state of temporary insanity,” is passed, have been caused by long and hopeless brooding on the “nothingness of the Universe” — which, if it were a true theory, would indeed make of Creation a bitter, nay, even a senseless jest. The cruel preachers of such a creed have much to answer for. The murderer who destroys human life for wicked passion and wantonness is less criminal than the proudly learned, yet egotistical, and therefore densely ignorant scientist, who, seeking to crush the soul by his feeble, narrow-minded arguments, and deny its imperishable nature, dares to spread his poisonous and corroding doctrines of despair through the world, draining existence of all its brightness, and striving to erect barriers of distrust between the creature and the Creator. No sin can be greater than this; for it is impossible to estimate the measure of evil that may thus be brought into otherwise innocent and happy lives. The attitude of devotion and faith is natural to Humanity, while nothing can be more UNnatural and disastrous to civilization, morality and law, than deliberate and determined Atheism. — AUTHOR.]””

Marie Corelli

About This Quote

Source Book: The Sorrows of Satan by Marie Corelli, 1895

The quote condemns atheism as a destructive, nihilistic belief that erodes faith and moral order, portraying it as more harmful than any other sin.

In simple terms: Atheism is seen as a dangerous denial of spiritual meaning.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the value of faith and meaning.

Themes

faith nihilism morality science existence

Mood

concerned critical

Type

philosophical controversial

When to use this quote

  • religious debate
  • ethical education
  • public discourse
  • personal crisis

Key Concepts

existentialism theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does belief shape moral behavior?
  • Can science and faith coexist peacefully?
A Different Perspective

Critics argue it misrepresents scientific inquiry and religious belief.

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