Ambition Quote by C.S. Lewis
““Submit to death, death of your ambitions and favourite wishes every day and death of your whole body in the end: submit with every fibre of your being, and you will find eternal life.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, C.S. Lewis, 1942
True fulfillment comes from surrendering personal desires and aligning wholly with a higher purpose, leading to everlasting spiritual reward.
In simple terms: Give up selfish goals for deeper purpose.
Key Takeaway
Surrender self‑interest for eternal life.
Themes
spirituality
humility
purpose
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- ethical decisions
- life‑changing commitments
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
self‑transcendence
eternal life
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal ambition must you release?
- How does surrender change your daily actions?
A Different Perspective
Eternal life is a promise, not a guarantee, and requires ongoing discipline.
