Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Saint: A dead sinner revised and edited.

Saint: A dead sinner revised and edited.

Summary

This quote suggests that a saint is merely a reformed and refined version of a person who had previously been a sinner. It implies that saints are not inherently different from sinners, but rather individuals who have undergone a process of self-improvement and transformation. It highlights the idea that everyone has the capacity for redemption and moral growth - that one's past misdeeds do not necessarily define their entire existence. Ultimately, this quote challenges the notion of inherent virtue or sinfulness, emphasizing the malleability and potential for personal change in every individual.

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By Ambrose Bierce

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