Care Quote by Hermann Hesse
“A tree says: My strength is trust. I know nothing about my fathers, I know nothing about the thousand children that every year spring out of me. I live out the secret of my seed to the very end, and I care for nothing else. I trust that God is in me. I trust that my labor is holy. Out of this trust I live.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Demian by Hermann Hesse, 1919
The quote likens a tree’s reliance on its roots and seed to a person’s faith in a higher purpose and the sanctity of their work.
In simple terms: Trust in a higher purpose gives life meaning.
Live with trust in purpose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- career dedication
- spiritual practice
- environmental stewardship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does trust shape your daily actions?
- What purpose gives your work meaning?
Trust alone may not guarantee success without practical effort.