A wicked book cannot repent.

Summary

This quote suggests that once a book is written with malicious or harmful intentions, it cannot undo the damage it may cause. It implies that the nature of the book, once written, is fixed and unchangeable. Just as a wicked person may regret and seek redemption, a book—symbolizing ideas and knowledge—lacks the ability to apologize or make moral amends. Therefore, it serves as a cautionary reminder to authors and readers alike about the consequences of spreading malicious or destructive ideas.

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