Believe Quote by David Copperfield
“I record that I was born (as I have been informed and believe) on a Friday, at twelve o'clock at night. It was remarked that the clock began to strike, and I began to cry, simultaneously.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: David Copperfield, Charles Dickens, 1850
The narrator’s birth is described with a dramatic coincidence of time and sound, emphasizing fate’s theatricality.
In simple terms: A birth coincides with a clock striking, highlighting destiny.
Key Takeaway
Notice moments where events align unexpectedly.
Themes
birth
fate
coincidence
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family histories
- personal milestones
- rituals
- storytelling
Key Concepts
literature
narrative technique
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do such coincidences shape personal identity?
- Can we find meaning in random events?
A Different Perspective
The coincidence may be literary embellishment rather than factual.
