Quote by Camille Anna Paglia

Minerva save us from the cloying syrup of coercive compassion!

Minerva save us from the cloying syrup of coercive compassio

Summary

This quote is a plea to Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom and strategic warfare, for protection against excessive and manipulative displays of compassion. The phrase "cloying syrup" suggests an overwhelming and sickening sweetness, implying that the compassion being referred to is insincere or forced. The quote suggests that there is a desire to avoid being coerced or controlled through the use of excessive or disingenuous compassion, emphasizing the importance of genuine empathy and wisdom in human interactions.

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Kindness

By Camille Anna Paglia

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