Quote by Franz Kafka

We are sinful not only because we have eaten of the Tree of Knowledge, but also because we have not yet eaten of the Tree of Life. The state in which we are is sinful, irrespective of guilt.

We are sinful not only because we have eaten of the Tree of

Summary

This quote suggests that humans are inherently sinful, not solely because of their disobedience in consuming the forbidden fruit of knowledge, but also due to their inability to attain spiritual enlightenment and consume the fruit of life. It implies that the very nature of our existence is sinful, regardless of personal culpability. In essence, it conveys a perspective that sees sinfulness as an inherent aspect of human beings, regardless of any specific actions or culpability.

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By Franz Kafka

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