D-h-lawrence Quote by D.H. Lawrence
““Destroy! destroy! destroy! hums the under-consciousness. Love and produce! Love and produce! cackles the upper consciousness. And the world hears only the Love-and- produce cackle. Refuses to hear the hum of destruction under- neath. Until such time as it will have to hear.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” (excerpt), 1915
The quote contrasts destructive impulses hidden in the subconscious with overt love and creation, noting society ignores the darker undercurrents until forced to confront them.
In simple terms: Hidden destruction vs. visible love; society ignores the dark until unavoidable.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address hidden destructive forces.
Themes
psychology
duality
societal denial
creativity
conflict
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal introspection
- social critique
- artistic expression
- cultural analysis
Key Concepts
subconscious drives
collective consciousness
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- What subconscious forces shape your actions?
- How can we balance destructive and creative impulses?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overstate a binary and ignore nuanced motivations.
