Friendship Quote by Albert Camus
“Ah! my friend, for whomever is alone, without a god and without a master, the weight of time is terrible. One must then choose a master, God being out of style.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Stranger, Albert Camus, 1942
Alone without higher guidance, time feels oppressive; one must pick a guiding principle, even if traditional belief is outdated.
In simple terms: Being alone makes time feel heavy; choose a guiding principle.
Key Takeaway
Pick a personal guiding principle.
Themes
existentialism
loneliness
choice
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
existential
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- career decisions
- spiritual searching
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
absurdism
meaning-making
Questions to Reflect On
- What principle will you adopt?
- How does this choice affect your freedom?
A Different Perspective
Choosing a master may create new constraints.
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