Cruelty has a human heart, And Jealousy a human face; Terror the human form divine, And Secrecy the human dress.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Negative traits are inherent in humans.
- In plain terms
- Humans hide evil traits.
- What can you take from it?
- Human nature is complex.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are bad traits inherent?
- How do we hide them?
Another view
Not all humans act cruelly.
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Children of the future Age Reading this indignant page, Know that in a former time Love! sweet Love! was thought a crime.
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