Awe Quote by Thomas Carlyle
“Armed Soldier, terrible as Death, relentless as Doom; doing God's judgement on the Enemies of God. It is a phenomenon not of joyful nature; no, but of awful, to be looked at with pious terror and awe.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Sartor Resartus, 1833
A warrior’s duty is grim, delivering divine justice with awe‑inspiring terror.
In simple terms: Warriors face grim divine tasks.
Key Takeaway
Embrace solemn duty.
Themes
justice
war
divine
terror
Mood
somber
reverent
Type
philosophical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- military campaigns
- rituals
- public speeches
Key Concepts
theology
heroism
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does awe affect moral judgment?
- Can terror justify violence?
A Different Perspective
May glorify violence over compassion.
