Wronged Quote by Thomas Hardy
““A cloud that has gathered over us; though 'we have wronged no man, corrupted no man, defrauded no man!' Though perhaps we have 'done that which was right in our own eyes.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Darkling Thrush” (1900) adaptation
Acknowledging past wrongs while believing one acted rightly reflects moral ambiguity and self‑justification.
In simple terms: People can feel both guilt and righteousness.
Examine motives behind actions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- historical context
- personal confession
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you truly believe you were right?
- How do you reconcile guilt and pride?
Moral certainty is often elusive.