I have a longing for life, and I go on living in spite of…
““I have a longing for life, and I go on living in spite of logic. Though I may not believe in the order of the universe, yet I love the sticky little leaves in spring. I love the blue sky. I love some people, whom one loves you know sometimes without knowing why. I love some great deeds done by men, though I've long ceased perhaps to have faith in them. Yet from habit one's heart prizes them.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Despite skepticism, one finds joy in simple natural beauty and human connections, valuing them habitually.
In simple terms: Simple joys persist despite doubt.
Key Takeaway
Cherish everyday wonders.
Themes
existence
joy
skepticism
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily walks
- reading poetry
- friendship
- art appreciation
Key Concepts
beauty
humanity
habit
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- What simple thing lifts your spirit today?
- How do you reconcile doubt with appreciation?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on habit may mask deeper existential questions.