Quote by Nicholas Rowe

Guilt is the source of sorrow, 'tis the fiend,Th' avenging fiend, that follows us behind,With whips and stings

Guilt is the source of sorrow, 'tis the fiend,Th' avenging f

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This quote suggests that guilt is the main cause of sorrow in our lives. It portrays guilt as a haunting and punishing force, described as a fiend that follows us relentlessly. It inflicts pain on us through metaphoric whips and stings, highlighting the consequences and emotional torment that guilt can bring. The quote emphasizes the idea that carrying guilt can lead to a perpetual cycle of sorrow and self-punishment.

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