Born Quote by Robert Penn Warren
“Man is conceived in sin and born in corruption and he passeth from the stink of the didie to the stench of the shroud. There is always something (All The King's Men)”
About This Quote
Source Play: All The King’s Men, 1946
Human nature is sinful, corrupt, and deteriorates further.
In simple terms: Man is born sinful and becomes more corrupt.
Key Takeaway
Recognize moral decline.
Themes
sin
corruption
human nature
theology
decay
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- literary analysis
- ethical debates
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
existential dread
Questions to Reflect On
- What can counteract moral decay?
- Is corruption inevitable?
A Different Perspective
May be overly pessimistic.
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