Atheism Quote by Erica Jong
“But if the gods do not exist at all - then we are lost,' I said. On the contrary - we are found!' said Aesop. But when we are afraid, who can we turn to, if not the gods?' Ourselves. We turn to ourselves anyway. We only pretend there are gods and that they care about us. It is a comforting falsehood.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Fear of Flying, 1973
The speaker argues that without gods, humanity must find meaning within itself, confronting fear and self-reliance.
In simple terms: We must rely on ourselves for meaning and comfort.
Key Takeaway
Embrace self-reliance and confront fear directly.
Themes
existentialism
self-reliance
fear
meaning
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- loss of faith
- search for purpose
Key Concepts
humanism
inner strength
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner resources can you trust when external beliefs fail?
- How does fear shape your search for meaning?
A Different Perspective
Some may find comfort in external belief systems, making self-reliance challenging.
