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I swear to God I will never set eyes on him again. I bind…

“I swear to God I will never set eyes on him again. I bind my honour to you that I am done with him in this world. It is all at an end. And indeed he does not want my help; you do not know him as I do; he is safe, he is quite safe; mark my words, he will never more be heard of. ~Jekyll” quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
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““I swear to God I will never set eyes on him again. I bind my honour to you that I am done with him in this world. It is all at an end. And indeed he does not want my help; you do not know him as I do; he is safe, he is quite safe; mark my words, he will never more be heard of. ~Jekyll””

Robert Louis Stevenson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A vow to sever ties with a harmful influence, emphasizing personal honor and finality.

In simple terms: Swearing off a toxic relationship.

Key Takeaway

Commit fully to ending harmful ties.

Themes

honor self‑preservation finality

Mood

determined somber

Type

literary dramatic

When to use this quote

  • breakup
  • family conflict
  • workplace toxicity
  • self‑care

Key Concepts

Moral resolve personal boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you truly let go?
  • What steps ensure lasting separation?
A Different Perspective

The vow may be challenged by lingering emotions.

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