Fear Quote by Ben Jonson
“'Twas only fear first in the world made gods.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Volpone, 1606
Fear is portrayed as the primal force that creates deities, suggesting that gods arise from human terror.
In simple terms: Fear creates gods.
Key Takeaway
Recognize fear's power over belief.
Themes
my
mythology
psychology
Mood
anxious
contemplative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious rituals
- political propaganda
- personal anxieties
- cultural narratives
Key Concepts
Existentialism
anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear shape your worldview?
- Can belief exist without fear?
A Different Perspective
Fear may also stem from ignorance, not just terror.
![“Fear in the world first created the gods. [Lat., Primus in orbe deos fecit timor.]” quote by Statius](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/954/statius-30008_fear_fear-in-the-world-first-created-the-gods_2464868.jpg)
