Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes

The man who is always worrying whether or not his soul would be damned generally has a soul that isn't worth a damn.

The man who is always worrying whether or not his soul would

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This quote suggests that a person who constantly worries about the potential damnation of their soul typically lacks a valuable or worthwhile soul. It implies that instead of focusing on personal growth and living a purposeful life, the person is preoccupied with fear and negativity. The quote implies that those who excessively worry about their soul's fate may fail to embrace and cultivate meaningful values, actions, and character traits.

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