Blindness Quote by Ellen Glasgow
“The things I feared were not in the sky, but in the nature and in the touch of humanity. The cruelty of children . . . the blindness of the unpitiful - these were my terrors. But not the crash of thunder overhead, not the bolts of fire from the clouds.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Virginia, by Ellen Glasgow, 1913
Fear stems from human cruelty and indifference rather than natural forces, highlighting moral terror over physical danger.
In simple terms: Human cruelty scares more than storms.
Key Takeaway
Focus on compassion over fear.
Themes
human nature
fear
morality
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community building
- conflict resolution
- ethical leadership
Key Concepts
existential dread
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront cruelty in daily life?
- What steps can reduce societal indifference?
A Different Perspective
Human actions can be unpredictable and harmful despite safety measures.
