Quote by Victor Hugo, Les Mis

If the soul is left in darkness, sins will be committed. The guilty one is not he who commits the sin, but he who causes the darkness.

If the soul is left in darkness, sins will be committed. The

Summary

This quote suggests that the root cause of sin is the darkness within a person's soul. It implies that when one's soul is devoid of light, goodness, and understanding, it will lead to the commission of wrongful actions. The quote goes further to argue that the blame should not be solely placed on the person who commits the sin but also on those who contribute to the darkness within that individual. Therefore, it emphasizes the importance of creating an atmosphere of enlightenment and nurturing souls with positivity to prevent the occurrence of sinful actions.

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By Victor Hugo, Les Mis

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