But if there be an hereafter,And that there is…
“But if there be an hereafter,And that there is, conscience, uninfluenc'dAnd suffer'd to speak out, tells every man,Then must it be an awful thing to die;More horrid yet to die by one's own hand.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Conscience warns that dying by one’s own hand is a grave transgression, reflecting deep moral turmoil.
In simple terms: Suicide is portrayed as a terrible moral act.
Key Takeaway
Respect life and seek help.
Themes
ethics
suicide
conscience
mortality
Mood
somber
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- counseling
- mental health support
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives someone to view suicide as morally worse?
- How can societies better support those in despair?
A Different Perspective
May not consider mental illness factors.