Change Quote by Anonymous
“Don't you have a religion?" Dorolow asked Horza. "Yes," he replied, not taking his eyes away from the screen on the wall above the end of the main mess-room table. "My survival." "So... your religion dies with you. How sad," Dorolow said, looking back from Horza to the screen. The Changer let the remark pass.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Culture series by Iain M. Banks, 2003
A character equates personal survival with a personal belief system, implying existential faith in self-preservation.
In simple terms: Survival is treated as a personal religion.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize self-care and resilience.
Themes
existentialism
survival
faith
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- space travel
- isolated environments
- psychological stress
- personal identity
Key Concepts
self-preservation
nihilism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal survival shape your values?
- What risks arise when self-reliance becomes a creed?
A Different Perspective
May overlook communal responsibilities.
