Salomon saith, There is no new thing upon the earth. So that as Plato had an imagination, that all knowledge was but remembrance; so Salomon giveth his sentence, that all novelty is but oblivion.
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The momentous thing in human life is the art of winning the soul to good or evil.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The essence of human existence revolves around the choices between good and evil.
This quote by Francis Bacon emphasizes the critical nature of moral choices in human life. It suggests that the most significant aspect of our existence is our ability to discern and choose between good and evil, highlighting the profound impact these choices have on the soul and overall human experience.
Themes
Human LifeGoodEvilChoicesSoul
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about moral integrity during a leadership conference.
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