Bread Quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
““Without a stable conception of the object of life, man would rather destroy himself though he had bread in abundance.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Brothers Karamazov, 1880
Without a clear purpose, even abundance cannot prevent self‑destruction; meaning guides survival.
In simple terms: Lack of purpose leads to ruin despite wealth.
Find personal meaning beyond material wealth.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- career planning
- mental health counseling
- spiritual practice
- financial planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives your life meaning?
- Can purpose be cultivated?
Purpose is subjective; may not apply universally.