'Tis sin, Nay, profanation to keep in.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Keeping something inside is considered sinful or profane, suggesting that expression or release is the proper course.
- In plain terms
- Holding things inside is wrong.
- What can you take from it?
- Expressing yourself is better than hiding.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What should you never keep inside?
- Why is sharing important?
Another view
It treats private reflection as sinful, which is a strong claim.
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