Atheism Quote by Emile M. Cioran
“My mission is to see things as they are. Exactly contrary of a mission.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Temptation to Exist, Emile M. Cioran, 1956
The speaker paradoxically claims to aim for truth, yet acknowledges the mission itself is contradictory, highlighting existential doubt.
In simple terms: Seeing truth is a contradictory mission.
Key Takeaway
Question the purpose behind your pursuits.
Themes
existentialism
philosophy
self‑reflection
Mood
thoughtful
skeptical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- creative projects
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
paradox
nihilism
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What mission feels contradictory to you?
- Can embracing paradox improve insight?
A Different Perspective
Absolute objectivity may be unattainable.
