Commencement Quote by Emily Brontë
““we have each had a commencement, and each stumbled and tottered on the threshold, and had our teachers scorned, instead of aiding us, we should stumble and totter yet.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Wuthering Heights, 1847
Education often fails to support the vulnerable; instead of guidance, they face scorn, yet must persist.
In simple terms: Teachers can neglect; learners must keep trying.
Key Takeaway
Seek supportive mentors, persist despite neglect.
Themes
education
resilience
mentorship
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
literary
motivational
When to use this quote
- school
- career start
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Victorian literature
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What support can you find when guidance is absent?
- How do you turn scorn into motivation?
A Different Perspective
Not all teachers help; self‑direction is crucial.
