Bentham Quote by John Galsworthy
““To every man of great age - to Sir Wlater Bentham himself - the idea of suicide has once at least been present in the ante-room of his soul; on the threshold, waiting to enter, held out from the inmost chamber by some chance reality, some vague fear, some painful hope. The Man of Property, p. 363””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Man of Property by John Galsworthy, 1906
The thought of suicide lingers near the conscious mind, held back by fear, hope, and chance circumstances.
In simple terms: Suicide thoughts hover near awareness, restrained by fear and hope.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address underlying fears before they dominate.
Themes
existential
psychology
loneliness
mortality
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
cautionary
When to use this quote
- mental health counseling
- philosophical reflection
- creative writing
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
nihilism
self‑destruction
psychic tension
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears keep you from confronting dark thoughts?
- How can hope be cultivated constructively?
A Different Perspective
Suicidal ideation can be intensified by isolation and lack of support.
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