Anguish Quote by Shalom Auslander
“...the greatest source of misery in the world, the greatest cause of anguish and hatred and sadness and death, was neither disease nor race nor religion. It was hope.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Hope Paradox, 2010
Hope can become a source of suffering when it fuels endless longing and disappointment.
In simple terms: Hope may cause pain if it creates unattainable expectations.
Key Takeaway
Balance hope with realistic expectations.
Themes
hope
suffering
human condition
Mood
thoughtful
somber
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- grief
- politics
- personal ambition
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When does hope become harmful?
- How can you temper hope with practicality?
A Different Perspective
Hope is not inherently bad, but blind optimism can be harmful.
