Abhorrent Quote by Anais Nin
“I have no fear of God, and yet fear keeps me awake at night,fear of the devil. And if I believe in the devil, I must believe in God. And if evil is abhorrent to me, I must be a saint. Henry, save me from beatification, from the horrors of static perfection. Precipitate me into the inferno.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Henry and the Devil, unknown source
The speaker wrestles with fear of both divine and demonic forces, feeling trapped by expectations of perfection and pleading for release into chaos.
In simple terms: Fear of God and devil creates inner conflict and desire for freedom.
Key Takeaway
Embrace imperfection and let go of rigid expectations.
Themes
faith
fear
perfection
rebellion
Mood
anxious
conflicted
hopeful
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual doubt
- creative expression
Key Concepts
existentialism
theology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does perfection mean to you?
- How can embracing chaos be liberating?
A Different Perspective
Fear can also motivate growth, not just paralysis.
