Fear Quote by Charles Dickens
““My Uriah,' said Mrs. Heep, 'has looked forward to this, sir, a long while. He had his fears that our umbleness stood in the way, and I joined in them myself. Umble we are, umble we have been, umble we shall ever be,' said Mrs. Heep.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Great Expectations, Charles Dickens, 1861
Humility and shared modesty are expressed through repetitive self‑deprecation.
In simple terms: Humility is repeated.
Key Takeaway
Embrace modesty.
Themes
humility
self‑deprecation
social class
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- social interactions
- career advancement
Key Concepts
Victorian social norms
character development
Questions to Reflect On
- When is humility harmful?
- How can you balance confidence and modesty?
A Different Perspective
Excessive self‑deprecation can undermine self‑esteem.
