Fear Quote by William Shakespeare
“We make trifles of terrors, Ensconcing ourselves into seeming knowledge, When we should submit ourselves to an unknown fear.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Unknown, possibly a sonnet or fragment
Humans downplay true terror, pretending to know, while fearing the unknown.
In simple terms: We ignore real fear, pretending to understand.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and confront unknown fears.
Themes
fear
knowledge
humility
psychology
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative writing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
existential anxiety
self‑deception
Questions to Reflect On
- What unknown fear do you avoid?
- How can humility improve learning?
A Different Perspective
Pretending to know can lead to greater danger.
