Existentialism Quote by Albert Camus
““God is perhaps full of hatred and hateful, incomprehensible and contradictory; but the more hideous is his face, the more he asserts his power. His greatness is his incoherence. His proof is his inhumanity. One must spring into him and by this leap free oneself from rational illusions.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Stranger, Albert Camus, 1942
The quote suggests that confronting the absurd, incomprehensible nature of existence—embodied in a hostile deity—requires a leap of faith that frees one from rational delusions.
In simple terms: Facing the absurd frees you from rational delusions
Key Takeaway
Take a bold leap beyond rational comfort
Themes
existentialism
absurdity
freedom
Mood
conflicted
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
provocative
literary
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- philosophical reflection
- creative work
- spiritual doubt
Key Concepts
the absurd
leap of faith
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- What irrational belief holds you back?
- How can you embrace uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor of a deity may limit its universal applicability.
