Fist Raised Quote by Dan Simmons
““Stand as I did after throwing the switch, a murderer, a betrayer, but still proud, feet firmly planted on Hyperion’s shifting sand, head held high, fist raised against the sky, crying “A plague on both your houses!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Hyperion by Dan Simmons, 1989
The narrator embraces guilt and pride, defying betrayal while proclaiming rebellion against fate.
In simple terms: Proud despite guilt, defying betrayal.
Key Takeaway
Own your contradictions and stand firm.
Themes
guilt
pride
rebellion
Mood
dramatic
heroic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- ethical dilemmas
- leadership challenges
- creative writing
Key Concepts
existentialism
heroism
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile guilt with pride?
- What does rebellion mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Pride may blind self‑assessment.
