Dread Quote by Sophocles
“To me so deep a silence portends some dread event; a clamorous sorrow wastes itself in sound.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone, 441 BC
Silence can foreshadow looming disaster, while loud sorrow may be futile noise.
In simple terms: Quiet can warn of danger; loud grief may be pointless.
Key Takeaway
Listen to silence for hidden threats.
Themes
foreshadowing
silence
sound
danger
Mood
thoughtful
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- theatrical performance
- personal reflection
- warning signs
Key Concepts
dramatic irony
emotional expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you interpret silence in crisis?
- When does expressing grief become counterproductive?
A Different Perspective
Noise can drown out important signals.
