Ends Quote by Gregory Maguire
“All our lives are activity without meaning; we burrow ratlike into life and we squirm ratlike through it and ratlike we are flung into our graves at the end. Now and then, why shouldn't we hear a voice of prophecy,”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Graveyard Book” (excerpt), 2008
Life feels meaningless, like rats scurrying, and we occasionally hear prophetic voices urging meaning.
In simple terms: Life seems meaningless, but prophecy offers hope.
Key Takeaway
Search for meaning beyond routine.
Themes
existence
meaning
prophecy
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- philosophical discussion
- creative writing
- therapy
Key Concepts
nihilism
existentialism
spiritual insight
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives your life purpose?
- How do you respond to prophetic ideas?
A Different Perspective
Finding meaning can be elusive.
