Day and night Quote by Masuji Ibuse
““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…. —””
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.
Recognize and address hidden dangers.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- mental health
- environmental crisis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the bell represent for you?
- How can we silence the warning?
The metaphor may be too abstract for some readers.