The man hath penance done, And penance more will do.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker has done penance and will continue to do so.
- In plain terms
- He has paid for his sins and will pay more.
- What can you take from it?
- True penance is ongoing rather than one-time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you still paying for?
- When does penance end?
Another view
Ongoing penance can become self-punishment.
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