I love this picture, because of the unidimensionality of both angels. One of them is “doomed” to “sainthood” (so to speak), the other appears equally “doomed” to evil. The character looks almost like a puppet in the hands of these angels. This man seems to be a mystical being that is obliged to choose one path or the other, and once he choose either path, he won’t be able to alter his choice.

I understand that the idea is quite appropriate for a illustration, because in real life things do happen, and choices must be made, you can always try your best to make the right choices, but is not as easy as the idea this picture sells.

Thanks for your comment Leonardo.

Many people love simplicity - like in the illustration. And that’s the real temptation: killing the complexity of life and denying yourself and others the chance to grow beyond simple concepts.