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Burden Quote by Oscar Wilde

“Life had suddenly become too hideous a burden for him to bear. The dreadful death of the unlucky beater, shot in the thicket like a wild” quote by Oscar Wilde
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““Life had suddenly become too hideous a burden for him to bear. The dreadful death of the unlucky beater, shot in the thicket like a wild””

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Picture of Dorian Gray”, 1890

Life becomes unbearable when burdened by horror and loss.

In simple terms: Life feels overwhelming under heavy sorrow.

Key Takeaway

Seek relief from crushing despair.

Themes

existential psychology literature

Mood

melancholic introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • grief counseling
  • creative writing
  • philosophical study
  • support groups

Key Concepts

suffering meaninglessness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What sources of meaning can counteract such burden?
  • How does art help process overwhelming grief?
A Different Perspective

Focusing solely on pain may ignore paths to resilience.

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