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“The one thing that troubles me is the ringing; it persists in my ear day and night, like the tolling of a distant temple bell, warning man of the folly of the bomb…. —” quote by Masuji Ibuse
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““The one thing that troubles me is the ringing; it persists in my ear day and night, like the tolling of a distant temple bell, warning man of the folly of the bomb…. —””

Masuji Ibuse

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Sound of Waves, 1954

The relentless ringing symbolizes the ever‑present threat of destruction and humanity’s fragile peace.

In simple terms: War’s warning is constant.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address hidden dangers.

Themes

war peace anxiety

Mood

somber thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • mental health
  • environmental crisis

Key Concepts

existential dread human fragility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the bell represent for you?
  • How can we silence the warning?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may be too abstract for some readers.

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