How hollow is the heart of man, and how full of excrement! (143)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The quote starkly criticizes human hearts as empty and filthy, using vivid imagery to convey moral decay.
- In plain terms
- Human hearts are hollow and dirty.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize inner moral emptiness and strive for purity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a heart 'full' versus 'hollow'?
- Can moral decay be repaired?
Another view
The harsh metaphor may overlook human capacity for goodness.
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