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Allegiance Quote by T.S. Tate

“For every field planted and grown, for every tree rekindled from their rotting root beds, comes that ancient instinct, that hunger for acceptance, for love, for allegiance. It is a poison greater than any we had sown into the earth.” quote by T.S. Tate
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““For every field planted and grown, for every tree rekindled from their rotting root beds, comes that ancient instinct, that hunger for acceptance, for love, for allegiance. It is a poison greater than any we had sown into the earth.””

T.S. Tate

About This Quote

Source Poem: Untitled, 2019

The desire for acceptance and love can become a destructive force, contaminating the world like a poison.

In simple terms: Seeking love can turn toxic and harmful.

Key Takeaway

Beware of obsessive need for validation.

Themes

love acceptance desire destruction human nature

Mood

thoughtful somber introspective

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • online communities
  • cult dynamics

Key Concepts

psychology social need toxic attachment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives your need for acceptance?
  • How can you seek love healthily?
A Different Perspective

The drive for acceptance may lead to harmful outcomes.

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