Different world Quote by Colm Tóibín
““We live in a strange time,’ Electra said. ‘A time when the gods are fading. Some of us still see them but there are times when we don’t. Their power is waning. Soon, it will be a different world. It will be ruled by the light of day. Soon it will be a world barely worth inhabiting. You should feel lucky that you were touched by the old world, that in that house it brushed you with its wings.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House of the Spirits, 2002
The fading of ancient myths signals a shift to a rational, daylight‑dominated world, making the old magical influence rare.
In simple terms: Old gods are disappearing as modernity rises.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change while honoring the past.
Themes
mythology
change
nostalgia
Mood
reflective
melancholy
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- historical study
- creative writing
Key Concepts
cultural transition
spiritual loss
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel nostalgia for lost traditions?
- How can we preserve meaning in a changing world?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that new values can replace old myths without loss.
