Words Heard Quote by Mikhail Bulgakov
““All the words he used in the beginning were gutter words. He heard them and stored them in his brain. Now, as I walk in the street, I look at dogs with secret horror. WHo knows what is hidden in their heads?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Master and Margarita, 1967
He suggests that even ordinary words can hide deep, unsettling thoughts, especially in animals.
In simple terms: Words may conceal hidden fears.
Consider what lies beneath surface expressions.
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When to use this quote
- reading literature
- observing pets
- psychological analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this imply about human assumptions?
- How do we interpret non‑verbal cues?
Animals cannot communicate thoughts directly.