Quote by Johann von Goethe

Every offense is avenged on earth.

Every offense is avenged on earth.

Summary

This quote suggests that in the realm of human existence, no offense or wrongdoing goes unnoticed or unpunished. It implies that there is a semblance of justice or retribution in the world we live in, where actions have consequences. It emphasizes that individuals are held accountable for their offenses and that there is some form of avenging or balancing of wrongs that takes place in earthly life.

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By Johann von Goethe

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