Looked Eyes Quote by Arthur Machen
““I knew I had looked into the eyes of a lost soul, Austin, the man's outward form remained, but all hell was within it.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: "The Lost Soul", 1912
Seeing a lost soul's eyes reveals inner torment despite outward calm.
In simple terms: Inner pain can be hidden behind a calm exterior.
Key Takeaway
Look beyond appearances for true suffering.
Themes
psychology
spirituality
inner conflict
Mood
somber
introspective
Type
fictional
philosophical
When to use this quote
- counseling sessions
- artistic interpretation
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Existential dread
hidden trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs hint at hidden suffering?
- How can we support unseen struggles?
A Different Perspective
Not all inner turmoil is visible.
![“Tell them you came, and saw, and looked into my eyes and saw the shadow of the guard receding. Thoughts in time and out of season, the hitchinker stood by the side of the road and levelled his thumb in the calm calculus of reason. [...] Why does my mind circle around you? Why do planets wonder…” quote by Jim Morrison](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9ae/jim-morrison-1692_bird_tell-them-you-came-and-saw-and-looked-in_18280.jpg)
