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Amorality Quote by Sōseki Natsume

“How deep, how recondite this seeming petty heart, In whose recesses right and wrong lie dimmed by distance.” quote by Sōseki Natsume
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““How deep, how recondite this seeming petty heart, In whose recesses right and wrong lie dimmed by distance.””

Sōseki Natsume

About This Quote

Source Novel: Kokoro by Natsume Sōseki, 1914

The heart’s true nature is hidden and complex, making moral judgments unclear and distant.

In simple terms: The heart is deep and confusing.

Key Takeaway

Seek deeper understanding before judging.

Themes

morality perception complexity

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • ethical dilemmas
  • self‑reflection
  • cultural analysis

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What biases affect your sense of right and wrong?
  • How can distance obscure moral clarity?
A Different Perspective

Our judgments are clouded by distance and assumptions.

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