Jekyll & Hide quote analysis

"Man is not truly one, but truly two."

Jekyll's Statement (Ch. 10)

Antithesis & repetition of "truly" emphasize the core theme of duality; Jekyll presents this split as a universal human truth rather than a personal failing.

"ape-like fury"

Maid witnessing Carew's murder (Ch. 4)

Zoomorphism links Hyde to Darwinian evolution and devolution—suggesting evil is a regression to a primitive, sub-human state.

"Satan’s signature upon a face."

Enfield describing Hyde (Ch. 1)

Religious imagery & sibilance create a sinister tone; society instinctively recognizes evil even when they cannot articulate its physical cause.

"I incline to Cain’s heresy... I let my brother go to the devil in his own way."

Utterson (Ch. 1)

Biblical allusion to Cain shows Utterson’s non-judgmental attitude, yet exposes Victorian complicity—ignoring sin protects reputation at the cost of morality.

"If he be Mr Hyde... I shall be Mr Seek."

Utterson (Ch. 2)

Pun on the children's game ("hide and seek") frames the mystery like a game, underestimating the lethal evil Utterson is pursuing.

"Jekyll had more than a father’s interest; Hyde had more than a son’s indifference."

Jekyll's Statement (Ch. 10)

Juxtaposition & familial metaphor highlight the parasitic relationship: Jekyll nurtures his dark side, while Hyde feels zero remorse or loyalty in return.