There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief, that does not find relief in music.
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For every life and every act consequence of good and evil can be shown and as in time results of many deeds are blended so good and evil in the end become confounded.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on how every action has consequences, blurring the lines between good and evil over time.
T. S. Eliot's quote suggests that all actions, whether good or evil, ultimately lead to consequences that intertwine with each other, making it difficult to distinguish between the two as time progresses. This idea emphasizes the complexity of moral choices and the notion that our deeds influence one another, contributing to a more intricate moral landscape where outcomes are not solely defined as good or bad.
Themes
ConsequenceGoodEvilActionsMoralityTime
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about ethics in philosophy class.
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