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“I used to think of deathlike I suppose soldiers think of it: it was a possible thing that I could well avoid by my skill.” quote by Stendhal
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“I used to think of deathlike I suppose soldiers think of it: it was a possible thing that I could well avoid by my skill.”

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About This Quote

Source Novel: Le Rouge et le Noir, 1830

He views death as a risk that can be avoided through skill, reflecting a soldier's mindset.

In simple terms: He sees death as avoidable by skill.

Key Takeaway

Develop competence to reduce fear.

Themes

risk skill mortality

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • combat
  • dangerous jobs
  • high‑stakes decisions

Key Concepts

existentialism self‑efficacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does skill change your view of danger?
  • Can any skill truly avoid death?
A Different Perspective

Skill cannot eliminate all hazards.

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