Literary notes about Concupiscence (AI summary)
The term "concupiscence" in literature often represents more than mere sexual desire; it is imbued with moral and spiritual significance. In many religious writings, it denotes an innate tendency toward sinfulness and a perversion of natural human desire, as seen in scriptural passages that caution against yielding to its destructive allure [1, 2]. Meanwhile, in works like Paradise Lost, concupiscence is portrayed as a corrupting force within the soul, symbolizing both personal and societal downfall [3]. Authors such as Augustine further explore this concept by discussing its dual role as a natural human impulse and a spiritual vice that must be overcome to achieve personal redemption [4].