Accounts Quote by David Foster Wallace
“What if sometimes there is no choice about what to love? What if the temple comes to Mohammed? What if you just love? without deciding? You just do: you see her and in that instant are lost to sober account-keeping and cannot choose but to love?”
About This Quote
Love can arise spontaneously, beyond rational choice, challenging the notion of deliberate selection.
In simple terms: Love may happen without deciding, beyond logic.
Key Takeaway
Accept love’s unpredictability.
Themes
love
choice
spontaneity
philosophy
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- artistic inspiration
- spiritual moments
Key Concepts
free will
determinism
emotional intuition
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love exist without conscious consent?
- What responsibilities arise from sudden love?
A Different Perspective
Love may be idealized, ignoring practical consequences.
