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Satan, really, is the romantic youth of Jesus re-appearing for a moment
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"Satan, really, is the romantic youth of Jesus re-appearing for a moment"

- James Joyce

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This quote by James Joyce suggests that Satan is a representation of the youthful Jesus, who has returned for a quick moment. It indicates that Satan is a sign of the vibrant, rebellious side of Jesus, which is often overlooked in conventional spiritual mentors. The quote suggests that Jesus was not constantly the perfect, obedient figure that is typically represented in spiritual texts, but that he also had a rebellious side. This rebellious side is represented by Satan, who is a sign of the youthful Jesus. The quote suggests that Jesus was not constantly the ideal, obedient figure that is typically portrayed in spiritual texts, however that he likewise had a rebellious side. This defiant side is represented by Satan, who is a sign of the vibrant Jesus. The quote suggests that Jesus was not just an ideal, obedient figure, but that he likewise had a rebellious side that is often ignored. This rebellious side is represented by Satan, who is a symbol of the younger Jesus. The quote implies that Jesus was not only a best, obedient figure, however that he also had a defiant side that is frequently overlooked. This defiant side is represented by Satan, who is a sign of the younger Jesus.

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James Joyce This quote is written / told by James Joyce between February 2, 1882 and January 13, 1941. He was a famous Novelist from Ireland. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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