Quote by Albert Camus

The rebel can never find peace. He knows what is good and, despite himself, does evil. The value which supports him is never given to him once and for all -- he must fight to uphold it, unceasingly.

The rebel can never find peace. He knows what is good and, d

Summary

This quote reflects the existential dilemma of a rebel or an individual who challenges the established norms and values. It suggests that the rebel is always in conflict within themselves as they consciously choose to go against the expected social behavior. Despite recognizing what is considered good, they inevitably end up doing deeds perceived as evil due to the contradiction. The quote highlights that the rebel's values are not predefined or easily acquired, rather they must continually struggle to uphold them, thus denying them the peace that conformity may bring.

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