Caged Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
“My devil had been long caged, he came out roaring”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, 1886
A repressed inner darkness, once freed, can become overwhelming and destructive.
In simple terms: Suppressed anger can erupt violently when released.
Key Takeaway
Contain and understand inner turmoil.
Themes
psychology
danger
selfcontrol
Mood
tense
reflective
Type
cautionary
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- conflict resolution
- mental health
- self‑awareness
Key Concepts
repression
shadow self
emotional release
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize your own 'caged devil'?
- What steps can prevent it from roaring?
A Different Perspective
Unaddressed issues may cause greater harm later.
