Being Quote by Alberto Caeiro
““A kid thinking about fairy tales and believing in fairy tales Acts like a sick god, but like a god. Because even though he affirms that what doesn’t exist exists, He knows things exist, that he exists, He knows existing exists and doesn’t explain itself, And he knows there’s no reason at all for anything to exist. He knows being is the point. All he doesn’t know is that thought isn’t the point. (10/1/1917)””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Book of Disquiet”, 1917
A child’s belief in fairy tales affirms existence while also recognizing the absurdity of meaning, highlighting the tension between imagination and reality.
In simple terms: Believing in myths shows both existence and its emptiness.
Key Takeaway
Embrace imagination but question its purpose.
Themes
imagination
existence
philosophy
Mood
contemplative
poetic
Type
literary
existential
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- psychological counseling
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
ontological paradox
mythic thinking
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does belief reveal about our sense of being?
- How can we balance wonder with rational inquiry?
A Different Perspective
May be too abstract for practical use.
