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Escaped Quote by George Herbert

“I escaped the Thunder, and fell into the Lightning.” quote by George Herbert
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“I escaped the Thunder, and fell into the Lightning.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Temple, 1633

A metaphor for escaping danger only to encounter a new, perhaps greater peril.

In simple terms: Escaping one threat can lead to another.

Key Takeaway

Beware new consequences of fleeing.

Themes

danger escape consequences

Mood

anxious reflective

Type

cautionary poetic

When to use this quote

  • adventure
  • personal crisis
  • decision making

Key Concepts

metaphor fate risk

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new risks arise when we avoid danger?
  • Can we ever truly escape?
A Different Perspective

Escaping may not guarantee safety.

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