Being true Quote by Anne Bronte
“Yet, should thy darkest fears be true, If Heaven be so severe, That such a soul as thine is lost, Oh! how shall I appear?”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Darkest Fears", 1847
If divine punishment is severe, the soul fears loss and appearance.
In simple terms: Fear of divine judgment and loss.
Confront fear of divine judgment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- confession
- prayer
- self-reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does "appear" mean to you?
- How do you cope with fear of judgment?
Divine severity may be metaphorical.