Quote by John Dryden

She feared no danger, for she knew no sin.

She feared no danger, for she knew no sin.

Summary

This quote suggests that the person being described is pure and innocent, unaffected by wrongdoing or immoral actions. As a result, they live without fear of the consequences of their actions, as they do not engage in any sinful behaviors. Their lack of knowledge about sin implies a state of blissful ignorance, shielding them from the potential dangers and compromising situations that could arise from making unethical choices.

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By John Dryden

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