Illusion Quote by Anonymous
““I have known many gods. He who denies them is as blind as he who trusts them too deeply. I seek not beyond death. It may be the blackness averred by the Nemedian skeptics, or Crom's realm of ice and cloud, or the snowy plains and vaulted halls of the Nordheimer's Valhalla. I know not, nor do I care. Let me live deep while I live; let me know the rich juices of red meat and stinging wine on my palate, the hot embrace of white arms, the mad exultation of battle when the blue blades flame and crimson, and I am content. Let teachers and philosophers brood over questions of reality and illusion. I know this: if life is illusion, then I am no less an illusion, and being thus, the illusion is real to me. I live, I burn with life, I love, I slay, and am content.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unspecified fantasy work, possibly fan fiction
The speaker embraces sensory, mortal experiences over abstract metaphysical speculation, rejecting both blind faith and extreme skepticism.
In simple terms: He prefers living fully over pondering gods.
Key Takeaway
Live fully, ignore endless speculation.
Themes
hedonism
skepticism
existentialism
materialism
contentment
Mood
cynical
passionate
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
personal
When to use this quote
- combat
- culinary enjoyment
- philosophical debate
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
nihilism
empiricism
sensory indulgence
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives life meaning for you?
- Is pleasure enough without purpose?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting deeper inquiry may limit understanding.
