Am sorry Quote by Annie Dillard
“I am sorry I ran from you. I am still running, running from that knowledge, that eye, that love from which there is no refuge. For you meant only love, and love, and I felt only fear, and pain. So once in Israel love came to us incarnate, stood in the doorway between two worlds, and we were all afraid.”
About This Quote
Love and fear intertwine, creating a paradox where the desire for connection coexists with the terror of vulnerability.
In simple terms: Love brings both comfort and fear.
Key Takeaway
Intimacy can be both refuge and source of anxiety.
Themes
love
fear
vulnerability
paradox
Mood
poignant
introspective
Type
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- spiritual introspection
Key Concepts
emotional complexity
Practical Applications
- embrace vulnerability gradually
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices help transform fear into trust in love?
A Different Perspective
Not all love is fearful; many experience secure attachment.
