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Fascination Quote by Oscar Wilde

“There were sins whose fascination was more in the memory than in the doing of them, strange triumphs that gratified the pride more than the passions, and gave to the intellect a quickened sense of joy, greater than any joy they brought, or could ever bring, to the senses.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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“There were sins whose fascination was more in the memory than in the doing of them, strange triumphs that gratified the pride more than the passions, and gave to the intellect a quickened sense of joy, greater than any joy they brought, or could ever bring, to the senses.”

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Intellectual fascination with sin can be more rewarding than the act itself, stimulating pride and joy.

In simple terms: Thinking about sin can be more thrilling than doing it.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on the allure of forbidden ideas.

Themes

morality intellect pride

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • literature analysis
  • ethical debates
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we romanticize transgression?
  • How does imagination shape moral judgment?
A Different Perspective

Glorifying sin can lead to harmful rationalizations.

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