Cease Quote by Albert Camus
“When love ceases to be tragic it is something else and the individual again throws himself in search of tragedy.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Stranger, Albert Camus, 1942
When love loses its tragic edge, it becomes something else, prompting the individual to seek new tragedy.
In simple terms: Love shifts from tragedy to something else, leading to new searches.
Recognize how love changes and seek growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- personal development
- creative pursuits
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love change when tragedy fades?
- What new “tragedy” do we seek?
Love may still carry hidden pain despite losing tragedy.