Dorian Quote by Oscar Wilde
““I suddenly became conscious that some one was looking at me. I turned half-way round and saw Dorian Gray for the first time. When our eyes met, I felt that I was growing pale. A curious sensation of terror came over me. I knew that I had come face to face with some one whose mere personality was so fascinating that, if I allowed it to do so, it would absorb my whole nature, my whole soul, my very art itself.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Picture of Dorian Gray”, 1890
Encounter with a charismatic figure can provoke terror and fascination, threatening one’s identity.
In simple terms: Meeting captivating people can be terrifying.
Key Takeaway
Guard your identity against overwhelming influences.
Themes
identity
fascination
terror
Mood
introspective
cautious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- social networking
- celebrity culture
Key Concepts
literature
psychology
Practical Applications
- Overemphasis on fear may ignore attraction.
A Different Perspective
What draws you to charismatic people?;How do you maintain self?
