Desire Quote by Denis Diderot
“I have not the hope of being immortal, because the desire of it has not given me that vanity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Rêveries sur l'amour propre, 1765
He rejects the pursuit of immortality, seeing it as a vain, empty desire.
In simple terms: Immortality is a vain goal.
Key Takeaway
Focus on living meaningfully now.
Themes
mortality
vanity
meaning
humility
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- life planning
- legacy building
Key Concepts
existentialism
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly matters in a finite life?
- How does accepting mortality shape your choices?
A Different Perspective
Immortality may be sought for legacy, not vanity.
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