Age Quote by Delmore Schwartz
“I admired my father very much... at the age of sixteen. But now I see that he was a brutal and cruel man, - but not without remorse, and that was what tortured us, his alternations.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Love of the Father" (published 1937)
The speaker reflects on the complex legacy of a father, recognizing both admiration and cruelty, and how the father's remorse creates inner turmoil.
In simple terms: A father can be both loved and feared, causing inner conflict.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge mixed feelings and seek personal healing.
Themes
family
legacy
inner conflict
remorse
identity
Mood
conflicted
reflective
Type
personal
introspective
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
- writing memoirs
- discussing with trusted friends
Key Concepts
psychology
morality
memory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your own experience shape your perception of your parents?
- What steps can you take to reconcile admiration with hurt?
A Different Perspective
The speaker's view may be colored by personal bias and limited perspective.
