Satan's despair is absolute because Satan, as pure spirit, is pure consciousness, and for Satan (and all men in his predicament) every increase in consciousness is an increase in despair.
In addition to my other numerous acquaintances, I have one more intimate confidant_ My depression is the most faithful mistress I have known _ no wonder, then, that I return the love.
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In addition to my other numerous acquaintances, I have one more intimate confidant_ My depression is the most faithful mistress I have known _ no wonder, then, that I return the love.
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