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“We are to blame if reality does not take the form we desire. Whatever we have not desired with sufficient strength, that we call nonexistent. Desire it, imbrue it with your blood, your sweat, your tears, and it will take on a body. Reality is nothing more than the chimera subjected to our desire…” quote by Nikos Kazantzakis
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““We are to blame if reality does not take the form we desire. Whatever we have not desired with sufficient strength, that we call nonexistent. Desire it, imbrue it with your blood, your sweat, your tears, and it will take on a body. Reality is nothing more than the chimera subjected to our desire and our suffering.””

Nikos Kazantzakis

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Desire shapes reality; intense commitment can materialize dreams.

In simple terms: Desire creates reality.

Key Takeaway

Channel passion into purposeful action.

Themes

desire creation willpower

Mood

introspective motivational

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal ambition
  • creative projects
  • social change

Key Concepts

Manifestation suffering determination

Questions to Reflect On

  • What desires drive you?
  • How do you balance desire with practicality?
A Different Perspective

Unrealistic desire may cause frustration.

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