Some deny the existence of misery by pointing to the sun; he denies the existence of the sun by pointing to misery.
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My guiding principle is this: Guilt is never to be doubted.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Guilt should always be taken seriously and never overlooked.
Franz Kafka's quote emphasizes the importance of acknowledging guilt as a crucial aspect of ethical behavior and self-reflection. Instead of dismissing feelings of guilt as inconsequential, it suggests that such emotions serve as guiding principles in moral decision-making and accountability.
Themes
GuiltMoralitySelf-ReflectionEthicsPrinciple
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in a discussion on ethical dilemmas.
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