Horror Quote by Oscar Wilde
““Silently we went round and round, And through each hollow mind The memory of dreadful things Rushed like a dreadful wind, And horror stalked before each man, And terror crept behind.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown source, attributed to Oscar Wilde, late 19th‑century poetry
The verses describe a cyclical, oppressive fear that haunts minds and spreads like a storm.
In simple terms: Fear circulates and intensifies, haunting everyone.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront recurring anxieties.
Themes
fear
psychology
mortality
Mood
somber
introspective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- therapy
- writing
- public speaking
- mental health awareness
Key Concepts
cyclical dread
storm metaphor
human psyche
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal "dreadful wind" do you feel?
- How can you break the cycle of fear?
A Different Perspective
Poetry can romanticize fear, obscuring practical coping.
