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Life Quote by Dean Koontz

“That was the splendid thing about life: Though it was cruel, it was also mysterious, filled with wonder and surprise; sometimes the surprises were so amazing that they qualified as miraculous, and by witnessing those miracles, a despondent person could discover a reason to live, a cynic could…” quote by Dean Koontz
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““That was the splendid thing about life: Though it was cruel, it was also mysterious, filled with wonder and surprise; sometimes the surprises were so amazing that they qualified as miraculous, and by witnessing those miracles, a despondent person could discover a reason to live, a cynic could obtain unexpected relief from ennui, and a profoundly wounded boy could find the will to heal himself and medicine for melancholy.””

Dean Koontz

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Eyes of Darkness by Dean Koontz, 1981

Life’s hardships and mysteries can inspire awe; miracles offer hope to the despondent, relief to cynics, and healing to the wounded.

In simple terms: Miracles bring hope amid suffering.

Key Takeaway

Seek wonder in adversity.

Themes

hope miracle healing wonder adversity

Mood

inspirational hopeful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • mental health struggle
  • spiritual quest
  • creative inspiration
  • philosophical reflection

Key Concepts

miracle meaning resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you find wonder in pain?
  • What small miracles have you noticed?
A Different Perspective

Miracles may be rare, and not everyone perceives them.

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