The only shame is the sin.

Aphra Behn
The only shame is the sin.
The only shame is the sin.
The only shame is the sin.
The only shame is the sin.
About This Quote

The only shame is the sin. The idea of shame is an extremely important one and this quote is a great way to explain how it feels to be shamed and for what reason. The greatest shame is to be made to feel like you are less than someone else, but this happens to everyone at least once in their lives.

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