Quote by Arthur Miller

The closer a man approaches tragedy the more intense is his concentration of emotion upon the fixed point of his commitment, which is to say the closer he approaches what in life we call fanaticism.

The closer a man approaches tragedy the more intense is his

Summary

This quote suggests that as a person gets closer to a tragic situation, their emotions become more focused and intense on their strong commitment or belief. It implies that this intense focus can lead to fanaticism, where one becomes overly devoted or obsessed with a specific cause or ideology in life. The quote highlights how tragedy can amplify emotions and push individuals to extreme levels of dedication or obsession.

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