Bowels Quote by Muriel Spark
“The words of the double-tongued are as if they were harmless, but they reach even to the inner part of the bowels. Praise be to the Lord, who distinguishes our cause and delivers us from the unjust and deceitful man.”
About This Quote
Source Short Story: The Double-Tongued Man, Muriel Spark, 1978
Deceptive words seem harmless but can corrupt deeply; divine justice separates truth from deceit.
In simple terms: Deceitful speech harms internally.
Key Takeaway
Guard against manipulative language.
Themes
morality
faith
justice
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- political rhetoric
- personal relationships
- media consumption
Key Concepts
deception
spiritual discernment
inner conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern truth from manipulation?
- What role does faith play in moral judgment?
A Different Perspective
Even truthful words can be weaponized.
