Achieve Quote by Anonymous
“Now all my tales are based on the fundemental premise that common human laws and interests and emotions have no validity or significance in the vast cosmos-at-large… To achieve the essence of real externality, whether of time or space or dimension, one must forget that such things as organic life, good and evil, love and hate, and all such local attributes of a negligible and temporary race called mankind, have any existence at all.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Philosophical blog post, 2020
He argues human concerns are insignificant in the vast cosmos, urging a view beyond earthly values.
In simple terms: Human concerns are cosmic insignificance.
Key Takeaway
Consider a broader perspective.
Themes
existentialism
cosmology
nihilism
humanity
meaning
Mood
thoughtful
philosophical
Type
reflective
critical
When to use this quote
- spiritual contemplation
- scientific inquiry
- ethical debates
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
philosophical relativism
cosmic perspective
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you find meaning without human-centered values?
- How can we balance cosmic humility with daily life?
A Different Perspective
Dismissal of human values can lead to apathy.
