Quote by Honore de Balzac

There is something great and terrible about suicide.

There is something great and terrible about suicide.

Summary

This quote suggests that suicide holds a complex and contradictory nature. "Great" could imply that it is seen as an act of final autonomy or release from suffering, while "terrible" alludes to the profound pain and tragedy it brings to individuals and their loved ones. It highlights the paradoxical mix of emotions and perceptions associated with suicide, acknowledging its potential significance as an act but also recognizing the devastating consequences it entails.

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By Honore de Balzac

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