Quote by Robert Browning

White shall not neutralize the black, nor good compensate bad in man, absolve him so: life's business being just the terrible choice.

White shall not neutralize the black, nor good compensate ba

Summary

This quote suggests that the existence of good does not cancel out or mitigate the existence of evil in humanity. It emphasizes that individuals cannot be absolved for their negative actions or character simply because they also exhibit positive traits. Instead, it implies that life's true challenge lies in navigating the unsettling and difficult decisions we encounter, highlighting the complex and morally ambiguous nature of human existence.

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