Evil Quote by Yann Martel
“For evil in the open is but evil from within that has been let out.”
About This Quote
External evil is often a manifestation of internal corruption that has been released.
In simple terms: Evil outside comes from inside.
Key Takeaway
Address inner flaws to prevent harm.
Themes
morality
inner conflict
evil
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- counseling
- conflict resolution
- personal ethics
Key Concepts
psychology
ethical behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner issues surface as external problems?
- How can we heal internal wounds?
A Different Perspective
External factors also matter.
![“Evil cannot be "treated" -- nor should it be. Evil has to [be] confronted and destroyed and it matters not why the evil is in play. Society has no obligation to try to rehabilitate evil.” quote by Bill O'Reilly](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b89/bill-o-reilly-1019_destroyed_evil-cannot-be-treated-nor-should-it-be_3597.jpg)
