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“Sin from thy lips? O trespass sweetly urged! Give me my sin again.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Sin from thy lips? O trespass sweetly urged! Give me my sin again.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, William Shakespeare, 1611

A plea to be allowed to repeat a sin, suggesting that transgression can be a compelling, even seductive, experience.

In simple terms: A desire to repeat a sin for its sweet allure.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the temptation of repeating harmful habits.

Themes

temptation desire morality

Mood

dramatic poetic

Type

ethical psychological

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal habits
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

literature psychology addiction

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we sometimes crave the very things that hurt us?
  • What healthier alternatives satisfy the same urge?
A Different Perspective

Repeating sin may deepen harm rather than provide relief.

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