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Life Quote by Haruki Murakami

“Deep within her eyes, in the always bottomless depths, there was a spring. And, ever so faintly, a light. The light of life, I thought. Someday it will be extinguished, but for now the light is there. She smiled at me. The usual small creases formed at the corners of her eyes. I kissed those tiny…” quote by Haruki Murakami
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““Deep within her eyes, in the always bottomless depths, there was a spring. And, ever so faintly, a light. The light of life, I thought. Someday it will be extinguished, but for now the light is there. She smiled at me. The usual small creases formed at the corners of her eyes. I kissed those tiny lines.””

Haruki Murakami

About This Quote

Source Novel: Norwegian Wood, 1987

She possesses an inner light and depth that draws affection despite impermanence.

In simple terms: Inner beauty shines despite fleeting life.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate subtle, transient moments.

Themes

beauty impermanence connection

Mood

nostalgic poetic

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • artistic inspiration
  • mindfulness
  • grief coping

Key Concepts

Romanticism transience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you notice subtle beauty?
  • What does the light symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on fleeting beauty may overlook deeper issues.

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