Craving Quote by Francoise Sagan
“We are torn between the craving to know and the despair of having known.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "A Certain Smile", 1956
Humans are torn between the desire for knowledge and the emptiness that can follow when that knowledge is attained.
In simple terms: Knowing can be both a craving and a burden.
Key Takeaway
Balance curiosity with acceptance.
Themes
knowledge
despair
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- research projects
- personal growth
- education decisions
- life decisions
Key Concepts
existentialism
epistemology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you seek to know?
- When does knowing become a burden?
A Different Perspective
Too much knowledge can lead to disillusionment.
