Quote by Victor Hugo

The omnipotence of evil has never resulted in anything but fruitless efforts. Our thoughts always escape from whoever tries to smother them.

The omnipotence of evil has never resulted in anything but f

Summary

This quote suggests that evil, when it exerts power and control, is ultimately futile. It implies that no matter how potent evil may seem, it cannot suppress or extinguish the inherent human capacity for independent thought and freedom. The quote suggests that individuals have a resilient ability to resist and escape from those who wish to dominate or suppress their thoughts and ideas. It implies that attempts to stifle or control people's minds will inevitably fail, as the power of individual thought cannot be contained.

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