Sin, guilt, neurosis --they are one and the same, the fruit of the tree of knowledge.

Summary

This quote suggests that sin, guilt, and neurosis are interconnected and stem from the acquisition of knowledge. It implies that once humans have gained understanding and awareness of their actions and their consequences, they become susceptible to these negative emotions. The tree of knowledge, referencing the biblical story of Adam and Eve, represents the beginning of human comprehension and the subsequent emergence of sin and guilt. It implies that ignorance may offer blissful innocence, whereas knowledge brings forth the burdensome weight of guilt and neurosis.

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