Out of his surname they have coined an epithet for a knave, and out of his Christian name a synonym for the Devil. (Thomas Babington Macaulay)

Out of his surname they have coined an epithet for a knave, and out of his Christian name a synonym for the Devil.

Thomas Babington Macaulay

Related topics

christian devil epithet knave name surname synonym

Related quotes

A Christian should avoid unhealthy religiosity: both the feeling of superiority due to virtue, and the feeling of inferiority due to sinfulness. View quote
Porphyrios of Kafsokalyvia
If man doesn't start to work on himself, then the devil will find another job for him - to seek for flaws in others. View quote
Paisios of Mount Athos
Perhaps, never before since the coming of the Christian era have demons appeared so openly and extensively as today. View quote
Seraphim Rose
The devil always drives us into despair, because depression is satan's utmost joy. View quote
Seraphim of Sarov
And know that all my joy, perfect, transcending sense, is given of Aiwaz, whom we call the Devil, whose name is Will, loud-uttered by cocaine, is Love. View quote
Aleister Crowley