Accidents Quote by Anonymous
“Human stories are practically always about one thing, really, aren't they? Death. The inevitability of death. . . . . . (quoting an obituary) 'There is no such thing as a natural death. Nothing that ever happens to man is natural, since his presence calls the whole world into question. All men must die, but for every man his death is an accident, and even if he knows it he would sense to it an unjustifiable violation.' Well, you may agree with the words or not, but those are the key spring of The Lord Of The Rings”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien, 1954
Human narratives often revolve around death, highlighting its inevitability and impact.
In simple terms: Stories focus on death and its meaning.
Key Takeaway
Contemplate mortality's role in life.
Themes
mortality
existence
literature
philosophy
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- creative writing
- philosophical debate
- teaching literature
Key Concepts
nihilism
meaningmaking
Questions to Reflect On
- What does death teach us about living?
- How does focusing on mortality shape art?
A Different Perspective
May overlook other human motivations.
