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Betrayal Quote by Euripides

“For in other ways a woman is full of fear, defenseless, dreads the sight of cold steel; but, when once she is wronged in the matter of love, no other soul can hold so many thoughts of blood.” quote by Euripides
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““For in other ways a woman is full of fear, defenseless, dreads the sight of cold steel; but, when once she is wronged in the matter of love, no other soul can hold so many thoughts of blood.””

Euripides

About This Quote

Source Play: The Trojan Women by Euripides, c. 415 BC

A woman, though fearful and vulnerable, can become consumed by vengeful thoughts when betrayed in love.

In simple terms: Fearful love can turn into murderous thoughts.

Key Takeaway

Beware letting betrayal fuel revenge.

Themes

love betrayal revenge vulnerability

Mood

angry tragic intense

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • mental health counseling

Key Concepts

Greek tragedy psychology emotional intensity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you process betrayal without becoming vengeful?
  • What safeguards can prevent love‑driven anger?
A Different Perspective

Revenge can dominate rational thought and harm others.

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