Quote by Jean Jacques Rousseau

Remorse sleeps during prosperity but awakes bitter consciousness during adversity.

Remorse sleeps during prosperity but awakes bitter conscious

Summary

This quote suggests that people may not feel guilty or regretful when they are living in prosperity and experiencing success. However, in times of adversity or hardship, a sense of remorse or dissatisfaction can arise. It implies that when everything goes well, individuals may become complacent or overlook the consequences of their actions, but when faced with difficult situations, they are confronted with the repercussions of their previous behavior, leading to feelings of bitterness or regret.

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Forgiveness

By Jean Jacques Rousseau

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