Fear Quote by Osamu Dazai
““When I lay next to her my body was enveloped in her current, which mingled with my own harsher current of gloom like a “ withered leaf settling to rest on the stones at the bottom of a pool.” I had freed myself from fear and uneasiness.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: No Longer Human, Osamu Dazai, 1948
The narrator feels a fleeting sense of peace when close to a loved one, contrasting with his usual gloom.
In simple terms: Love briefly eases his darkness.
Key Takeaway
Seek comforting connections.
Themes
love
comfort
loneliness
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- moments of calm
- overcoming despair
Key Concepts
emotional intimacy
contrast between light and dark
Questions to Reflect On
- How can fleeting comfort become lasting?
- What does this say about dependence on others?
A Different Perspective
The relief is temporary and may not resolve deeper issues.
