Quote by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos
You may conquer her love of God: you will never overcome her fear of the devil.
Summary
This quote suggests that while one may be successful in challenging or changing someone's faith or beliefs in God, they will always struggle to shake their ingrained fear or apprehension towards evil or the devil. It implies that fear of the devil is a deep-rooted emotion that is difficult to eliminate, even if one's religious convictions alter. It emphasizes the enduring power and influence that fear holds over our psyche compared to the ever-changing nature of our beliefs and faith.