Chance Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
““This fellow will not go wrong again; he is too terribly frightened. Send him to gaol now, and you make him a gaol-bird for life. Besides, it is the season of forgiveness. Chance has put in our way a most singular and whimsical problem, and its solution is its own reward.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle, 1902
A fearful person is punished by confinement, yet the season of forgiveness offers a chance for redemption, making the punishment both a curse and a lesson.
In simple terms: Fear leads to punishment, but forgiveness can transform it.
Key Takeaway
Use fear as a catalyst for growth.
Themes
fear
punishment
forgiveness
redemption
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- court sentencing
- personal crisis
- rehabilitation
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
justice
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear shape our choices?
- Can forgiveness truly heal a punished soul?
A Different Perspective
Punishment may not always lead to true change without genuine remorse.
