Abandoned Quote by Edvard Munch
“To die is as if one's eyes had been put out and one cannot see anything any more. Perhaps it is like being shut in a cellar. One is abandoned by all. They have slammed the door and are gone. One does not see anything and notices only the damp smell of putrefaction.”
About This Quote
Source Painting: The Scream, 1893
Death is described as a sensory loss and isolation, likened to being shut in a dark cellar.
In simple terms: Death feels like sensory loss and isolation.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the depth of existential fear.
Themes
existence
isolation
death
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
artistic
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- philosophical debate
- art therapy
Key Concepts
existential dread
sensory deprivation
psychological darkness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does darkness symbolize for you?
- How can we confront isolation?
A Different Perspective
Metaphor may not capture all aspects of death.
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![“But can they [great works] get rid of the worm that lies gnawing at the roots of my heart? No, never.” quote by Edvard Munch](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/374/edvard-munch-8669_great-work_but-can-they-great-works-get-rid-of-the_442899.jpg)
