Fear Quote by T.S. Eliot
““Do not let me hear Of the wisdom of old men, but rather of their folly, Their fear of fear and frenzy, their fear of possession, Of belonging to another, or to others, or to God.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock”, T.S. Eliot, 1915
Avoid listening to the wisdom of elders when it masks their mistakes, fears, and obsessive desires, especially regarding ownership and divine connection.
In simple terms: Old advice can hide folly and fear.
Key Takeaway
Question authority and seek personal truth.
Themes
wisdom
folly
fear
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- spiritual seeking
- critical thinking
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Whose wisdom have you accepted without scrutiny?
- How do you balance respect and skepticism?
A Different Perspective
Older perspectives can still hold value despite flaws.
