Gentle Quote by Daphne du Maurier
““How soft and gentle her name sounds when I whisper it. It lingers on the tongue, insidious and slow, almost like poison, which is apt indeed. It passes from the tongue to the parched lips, and from the lips back to the heart. And the heart controls the body, and the mind also. Shall I be free of it one day?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier, 1938
A name can be alluring yet poisonous, shaping thoughts and emotions, and the speaker wonders if they can ever escape its grip.
In simple terms: Names can control us like a slow‑acting poison.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and release harmful mental attachments.
Themes
identity
language
psychology
freedom
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- therapy
- relationship dynamics
- self‑awareness
Key Concepts
symbolism
attachment
self‑control
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you identify a word that controls you?
- How might you break its hold?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may overstate the power of a name, ignoring personal agency.
