Quote by Henry Miller

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

Sin, guilt, neurosis they are one and the same, the fruit of

Summary

In this quote, the speaker suggests that sin, guilt, and neurosis are interconnected and stem from the acquisition of knowledge. It implies that when humans gain knowledge, they become aware of their wrongdoing and experience a sense of guilt or inner conflict, resulting in neurotic tendencies. This could be interpreted as a metaphorical reference to the story of Adam and Eve, who gained knowledge of good and evil from eating the forbidden fruit. It highlights the consequences of knowledge on human psyche, suggesting that awareness can often lead to negative emotions and psychological distress.

By Henry Miller

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