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Blue sky Quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky

“I have a longing for life, and I go on living in spite of logic. Though I may not believe in the order of the universe, yet I love the sticky little leaves in spring. I love the blue sky. I love some people, whom one loves you know sometimes without knowing why. I love some great deeds done by…” quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
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““I have a longing for life, and I go on living in spite of logic. Though I may not believe in the order of the universe, yet I love the sticky little leaves in spring. I love the blue sky. I love some people, whom one loves you know sometimes without knowing why. I love some great deeds done by men, though I've long ceased perhaps to have faith in them. Yet from habit one's heart prizes them.””

Fyodor Dostoyevsky

About This Quote

Despite skepticism, one finds joy in simple natural beauty and human connections, valuing them habitually.

In simple terms: Simple joys persist despite doubt.

Key Takeaway

Cherish everyday wonders.

Themes

existence joy skepticism

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily walks
  • reading poetry
  • friendship
  • art appreciation

Key Concepts

beauty humanity habit faith

Questions to Reflect On

  • What simple thing lifts your spirit today?
  • How do you reconcile doubt with appreciation?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on habit may mask deeper existential questions.

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