Abomination Quote by Anonymous
“For although nepenthe has calmed me, I know always that I am an outsider; a stranger in this century and among those who are still men. This I have known ever since I stretched out my fingers to the abomination within that great gilded frame; stretched out my fingers and touched a cold and unyielding surface of polished glass.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown modern poem, 2020
The speaker feels alienated, confronting a cold, impersonal world symbolized by polished glass, reflecting existential isolation.
In simple terms: Feeling like an outsider in a modern, cold society.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront feelings of alienation.
Themes
alienation
existentialism
modernity
identity
loneliness
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- urban life
- art galleries
- corporate environments
- digital interactions
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the glass represent for you?
- Can you find connection within alienating spaces?
A Different Perspective
Polished surfaces can also symbolize clarity and progress, not just alienation.
