Detestable Quote by Virginia Woolf
“Love and religion! thought Clarissa, going back into the drawing room, tingling all over. How detestable, how detestable they are!”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Mrs Dalloway, 1925
Clarissa feels a mix of love and religion, but also revulsion toward their pretensions.
In simple terms: Conflicted emotions about love and faith.
Key Takeaway
Examine personal biases toward institutions.
Themes
love
religion
disgust
Mood
introspective
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- religious gatherings
- artistic circles
Key Concepts
psychology
social critique
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your love of love and faith?
- How do you reconcile affection with criticism?
A Different Perspective
May generalize negative feelings.
