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Litany against fear – Fear is the mind killer

I must not fear.
Fear is the mind-killer.
Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration.
I will face my fear.
I will permit it to pass over me and through me.
And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path.
Where the fear has gone there will be nothing.
Only I will remain

Bene Gesserit – Litany Against Fear (Frank Herbert’s – Dune 1965)

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58 thoughts on “Litany against fear – Fear is the mind killer”

  1. I tagged this on the back of the Berlin Wall. The back of the east side gallery is bleached white to show the east side’s view so I put it there- where their ghosts might see.

    1. my pleasure and thankyou too 🙂 You remind me of a dear lady friend who helped me more than anyone in life …

      I’ve added you on my links –> friends, you doing the same helps people find our blogs 🙂

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      Don Charisma

  3. Thanks for the follow. I love that scene in Dune! Fear is the mind killer, true words indeed. 🙂

      1. I don’t know if you are into science fiction, but if you haven’t read Dune by Frank Herbert you really should. It’s a riveting, can’t put it down read that really makes you think. It also has lots of great quotes. Probably one of my favorite books of all time.

      2. HEy there, i do like sci-fi, but I’ve always been more of a film watcher, perhaps I’m a little dyslexic ? Frank Herbert been recommended so I might give it a go when I get some time 🙂

    1. Hey thank and my pleasure … there’s a typo i think on your “gravatar” it says jemsbook.com, I think it should be jemsbooks.com … I’ve added you on my links –> friends, you doing the same helps people find our blogs 🙂

      Keep in touch …

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      Don Charisma

      4. Hi there, don’t worry … in the “dashboard” you can add links like this :-

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        I believe that this may help others find mine and yours blog 🙂

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        Don Charisma
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  12. I’m also a fan of both the Litany and Frank Herbert, having read nearly everything he published in book form. The city of Tacoma, where he grew up, is currently considering naming a section of its waterfront park after him, in honor of both his great success as a writer and his very early and deep understanding of systems and devotion to matters of ecology. Thanks for sharing the Litany! And for following my blog!

    1. Hi Terry, Thanks for stopping by, and giving me a bit more info on Frank Herbert, I didn’t realise how much of a popular author he is !

      The Litany against fear spoke to me in a time of need and the Dune film are how I know his work, at the moment.

      I’ve visited your site and left a comment there, you’re also on my links->friends …

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      Don Charisma
      https://doncharisma.wordpress.com

    1. It’d been made into a film by the time I experienced it, was a big thing at the time, although through all the advances in technology it’s a little dated … came across this when I needed some inspiration, very helpful quote 🙂

      Thanks for stopping by, I’ve added you to my links -> friends

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      Don Charisma
      https://doncharisma.wordpress.com

      1. Dated? Perhaps. Some would call the film steampunk. Nevertheless, the quote is a favourite of mine.

        Thanks for the follow…

      2. What I mean is Tron vs Tron Legacy, computers have changed the way films are made… don’t get me wrong Dune is/was a great film, perhaps “Dune Legacy” will be along before long ?

        Also a favourite of mine, helped me in my life at a time I needed it most, thanks Frank!

        My pleasure on the follow, will stop by your blog see how you’re getting on 🙂

  15. when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path.- this is the best part.

    Thanks for following me.

    1. Hi Yusef, it’s a great quote isn’t it, I found it on a forum on a day I was in need of some inspiration … I’ve seen the movie dune but not had a chance to read Frank Herbert, maybe I get time one of these days …

      I’ve added you to my links > friends …

      Keep in touch

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      Don Charisma
      https://doncharisma.wordpress.com

  20. I’ve always loved the litany of fear. I have committed it to memory and tried to teach my daughter it, but I have to say, it doesn’t usually come to mind when I’m frightened!

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