Quote by Umberto Eco

The Devil is not the Prince of Matter; the Devil is the arrogance of the spirit, faith without smile, truth that is never seized by doubt. The Devil is grim because he knows where he is going, and, in moving, he always returns whence he came.

The Devil is not the Prince of Matter; the Devil is the arro

Summary

This quote suggests that the Devil is not merely a supernatural entity, but rather symbolizes arrogance, blind faith, and unwavering certainty. It implies that the Devil represents the rigidity of the human spirit, devoid of doubt or questioning. The mention of returning to where he came from may imply a cyclical nature of negative traits and behaviors, reinforcing the idea that the Devil is a manifestation of human flaws rather than an external force.

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