Absence Quote by Charles Dickens
“On the eve of long voyages or an absence of many years, friends who are tenderly attached will seperate with the usual look, the usual pressure of the hand, planning one final interview for the morrow, while each well knows that it is but a poor feint to save the pain of uttering that one word, and the meeting will never be. Should possibilities be worse to bear than certainties?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Great Expectations, 1861
Friendship endures separation, yet the fear of final words can make parting feel more painful than any known outcome.
In simple terms: Friends part, but fear of goodbye can be harsher than certainty.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty and cherish present moments.
Themes
friendship
separation
uncertainty
emotion
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- farewells
- long-distance relationships
- career changes
- life transitions
Key Concepts
existentialism
human connection
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What unspoken words hold you back?
- How can you face farewells with courage?
A Different Perspective
Denial of inevitable loss can cause lingering regret.
