Quote by Oscar Wilde

Self denial is the shining sore on the leprous body of Christianity.

Self denial is the shining sore on the leprous body of Chris

Summary

This quote criticizes the practice of self-denial within Christianity, portraying it as a glaring flaw. It suggests that self-denial, which involves abstaining from personal desires and sacrificing oneself for the greater good, is a blemish or negative attribute within the overall framework of the religion. The analogy of a "shining sore on the leprous body" implies that self-denial sticks out and intensifies the perceived imperfections of Christianity, likening it to a diseased body that lacks harmony or wholeness.

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Self Denial

By Oscar Wilde

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