Facts Quote by Albert Camus
“Then we understand that rebellion cannot exist without a strange form of love. Those who find no rest in God or in history are condemned to live for those who, like themselves, cannot live; in fact, for the humiliated.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Rebel, 1951
Rebellion arises from a love that is strange, seeking meaning when traditional sources fail.
In simple terms: Rebellion stems from strange love.
Recognize love’s role in dissent.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political activism
- personal crisis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives rebellion beyond politics?
- How does love shape resistance?
Love may be misinterpreted as irrational.