Notre dame Quote by Victor Hugo
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““A minute afterwards he appeared upon the upper platform, still bearing the gipsy [sic] in his arms, still running wildly along, still shouting 'Sanctuary!' and the crowd still applauding. At last he made a third appearance on the summit of the tower of the great bell. From thence he seemed to show exultingly to the whole city the fair creature he had saved; and his thundering voice, that voice which was heard so seldom, and which he never heard at all, thrice repeated with frantic vehemence, even in the very clouds, 'Sactuary! Sanctuary! Sanctuary! The Hunchback of Notre Dame””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, 1831
The crowd’s frantic chant of “Sanctuary!” reflects a desperate yearning for safety and redemption amidst chaos.
In simple terms: People crave safety and redemption.
Key Takeaway
Recognize collective longing for protection.
Themes
faith
redemption
crowd psychology
Mood
dramatic
urgent
emotional
Type
literary
historical
When to use this quote
- religious festivals
- political rallies
- emergencies
- public speeches
Key Concepts
ritual
collective hysteria
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do crowds cling to slogans?
- What does “Sanctuary” symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective
The chant may mask underlying fear or manipulation.
