Long time Quote by Frederick Buechner
““The word longing comes from the same root as the word long in the sense of length in either time or space and also the word belong, so that in its full richness to long suggests to yearn for a long time for something that is a long way off and something that we feel we belong to and that belongs to us. The longing for home is so universal a form of longing that there is even a special word for it, which is of course homesickness,””
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Sacred Journey” by Frederick Buechner, 1982
Longing combines desire for distance and belonging, making homesickness a universal yearning for a place we feel part of.
In simple terms: Longing mixes desire for distance and belonging.
Key Takeaway
Accept longing as a sign of deep connection.
Themes
longing
home
belonging
identity
psychology
Mood
nostalgic
hopeful
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- migration
- expatriate life
- family separation
- personal growth
Key Concepts
existentialism
attachment theory
human experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does longing shape your sense of self?
- What anchors you when far from home?
A Different Perspective
Homesickness can hinder adaptation if unaddressed.
