Bandages Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“Those who are condemned to death affect sometimes a constancy and contempt for death which is only the fear of facing it; so that one may say that this constancy and contempt are to their mind what the bandage is to their eyes.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Maximes, 1665
Facing death can create a detached, almost indifferent attitude, as if the mind uses contempt like a bandage to protect itself.
In simple terms: People sometimes become indifferent to death, using contempt as protection.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge detachment toward mortality.
Themes
mortality
psychology
detachment
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- counseling
- end‑of‑life care
- personal reflection
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
philosophy
human nature
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does contempt affect your daily choices?
- Can confronting death improve living?
A Different Perspective
Detachment may hinder meaningful engagement with life.
