Anarch Quote by Ernst Jünger
““It is no coincidence that precisely when things started going downhill with the gods, politics gained its bliss-making character. There would be no reason for objecting to this, since the gods, too were not exactly fair. But at least people saw temples instead of termite architecture. Bliss is drawing closer; it is no longer in the afterlife, it will come, though not momentarily, sooner or later in the here and now - in time. The anarch thinks more primitively; he refuses to give up any of his happiness. "Make thyself happy" is his basic law. It his response to the "Know thyself" at the temple of Apollo in Delphi. These two maxims complement each other; we must know our happiness and our measure.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Glass Bees, 1957
When divine order collapses, politics fills the void, urging individuals to seek personal happiness now.
In simple terms: Find happiness now as old structures fail.
Key Takeaway
Pursue present joy.
Themes
philosophy
politics
happiness
existentialism
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- political activism
- spiritual practice
- mental health
Key Concepts
nihilism
self-actualization
Questions to Reflect On
- What does happiness mean to you today?
- How can personal joy coexist with societal duties?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on happiness may ignore collective responsibility.
