For man, the vast marvel is to be alive. For man, as for…
“For man, the vast marvel is to be alive. For man, as for flower and beast and bird, the supreme triumph is to be most vividly, most perfectly alive. Whatever the unborn may know, they cannot know the beauty, the marvel of being alive in the flesh. The dead may look after the afterwards. But the magnificent here and now of life in the flesh is ours, and ours alone, and ours only for a time.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Life’s greatest wonder is the vivid, perfect experience of being alive in the present moment.
In simple terms: Being truly alive is a rare, intense marvel.
Cherish each moment fully.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily gratitude
- mindful meditation
- creative expression
- nature immersion
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you notice the vividness of life now?
- What practices help you feel fully alive?
It can be hard to stay present amid distractions and suffering.