Quote by Isak Dinesen

I don't believe in evil, I believe only in horror. In nature there is no evil, only an abundance of horror: the plagues and the blights and the ants and the maggots.

I don't believe in evil, I believe only in horror. In nature

Summary

This quote suggests that the concept of evil is not something that exists in nature. Instead, it highlights the presence of horrifying and unsettling elements like plagues, blights, ants, and maggots. By emphasizing horror rather than evil, the quote implies that these natural occurrences are not inherently malicious or morally wrong, but rather provoke fear and discomfort. It can be interpreted as a viewpoint that separates the frightening aspects of nature from the notion of evil typically associated with human actions.

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