Despair Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
“Guilt is a timorous thing ere perpetration; despair alone makes guilty men be bold.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Guilt", 1798
Guilt makes people fearful, but despair can paradoxically empower them.
In simple terms: Despair can make the guilty bold.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how fear and despair influence actions.
Themes
guilt
despair
courage
Mood
thoughtful
philosophical
Type
literary
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal trials
- personal confession
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
psychology
morality
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- When does despair become dangerous?
- How can guilt be transformed positively?
A Different Perspective
Despair may lead to reckless behavior.
