Death Quote by Mary Shelley
““Farewell! I leave you, and in you the last of humankind whom these eyes will ever behold. Farewell, Frankenstein! If thou wert yet alive and yet cherished a desire of revenge against me, it would be better satiated in my life than in my destruction. But it was not so; thou didst seek my extinction, that I might not cause greater wretchedness; and if yet, in some mode unknown to me, thou hadst not ceased to think and feel, thou wouldst not desire against me a vengeance greater than that which I feel. Blasted as thou wert, my agony was still superior to thine, for the bitter sting of remorse will not cease to rankle in my wounds until death shall close them forever.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, 1818
A creator laments that his creation’s suffering surpasses his own, reflecting on guilt and the cycle of vengeance.
In simple terms: Creator feels deeper guilt than creation.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the impact of your actions on others.
Themes
guilt
revenge
creation
responsibility
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- parenting
- leadership
- conflict resolution
- mental health
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
existentialism
ethical dilemma
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does power affect responsibility?
- Can remorse ever be sufficient?
A Different Perspective
The creator’s remorse may not fully address the creation’s pain.
