Quote by Marquis de Sade

Wolves which batten upon lambs, lambs consumed by wolves, the strong who immolate the weak, the weak victims of the strong: there you have Nature, there you have her intentions, there you have her scheme: a perpetual action and reaction, a host of vices, a host of virtues, in one word, a perfect equilibrium resulting from the equality of good and evil on earth.

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Summary

This quote, by Marquis de Sade, suggests that the existence of both good and evil, strength and weakness, in the natural world reflects a delicate balance orchestrated by nature herself. It highlights the perpetuation of a cycle where the strong overpower and victimize the weak, while the weak are consumed and exploited by the strong. Through this interplay, both vices and virtues arise, ultimately creating a state of equilibrium. This portrayal serves as a dark commentary on the innate struggles and contradictions within the natural order.

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By Marquis de Sade

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