Abyss Quote by Henry Miller
“When I realize that she is gone, perhaps gone forever, a great void opens up and I feel that I am falling, falling, falling into deep, black space. And this is worse than tears, deeper than regret or pain or sorrow, it is the abyss into which Satan was plunged. There is no climbing back, no ray of light, no sound of human voice or human touch of hand.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tropic of Cancer, 1934
The loss of a loved one creates an overwhelming emptiness that feels like an endless, dark descent with no hope of recovery.
In simple terms: Deep grief feels like an endless void.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge the depth of loss and seek support.
Themes
grief
loss
despair
Mood
somber
introspective
Type
emotional
literary
When to use this quote
- bereavement
- mental health counseling
- creative expression
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
existential dread
void
darkness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find light in deep darkness?
- What supports can help navigate profound loss?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may amplify pain, making healing harder.
