Quote by Mark Twain

Who prays for Satan? Who, in 1,800 years, has had the common humanity to pray for the one sinner that needed it most?

Who prays for Satan? Who, in 1,800 years, has had the common

Summary

This quote highlights the dilemma of empathy and compassion towards those who are considered irredeemable or morally corrupt. The speaker questions whether there has ever been anyone compassionate enough to pray for Satan, symbolizing the epitome of evil. The quote challenges the boundaries of forgiveness and underscores the rarity of finding empathy for individuals who are deemed the most unforgivable. It urges contemplation on the limits of human empathy and questions whether even the most despised figures deserve redemption.

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