Communication Quote by Samuel Beckett
““Though now even less than ever given to wonder he cannot but sometimes wonder if it is indeed to and of him the voice is speaking. May not there be another with him in the dark to and of whom the voice is speaking? Is he not perhaps overhearing a communication not intended for him? If he is alone on his back in the dark why does the voice not say so? Why does it never say for example, you saw the light on such and such a day and now you are alone on your back in the dark? Why? Perhaps for no other reason than to kindle in his mind this faint uncertainty and embarrassment.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Endgame, 1957
A character questions the origin and purpose of an inner voice, feeling isolated and uncertain.
In simple terms: He wonders why the voice speaks to him alone in darkness.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity on inner dialogue and its meaning.
Themes
existential doubt
isolation
communication
Mood
introspective
philosophical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- solitary contemplation
- creative writing
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
self‑reflection
meaning‑making
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your inner voice represent?
- How do you cope with uncertainty in solitude?
A Different Perspective
The voice may be a projection of subconscious anxieties, not an external guide.
