Word Blood Quote by Doris Lessing
““It is not too much to say that when the word "blood" is pronounced, this is a sign that reason is about to depart.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Golden Notebook, 1962
Reason is portrayed as fragile, fleeing when the word blood is spoken, suggesting emotion overwhelms logic.
In simple terms: Reason flees when blood is mentioned.
Key Takeaway
Beware of letting emotion drown rational thought.
Themes
reason
emotion
fragility
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- debates
- medical ethics
- personal crises
Key Concepts
psychology
language
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you felt emotion overriding logic?
- How can you keep reason present?
A Different Perspective
Reason can be valuable in high‑stakes decisions.
