Abortion Quote by Hermann Hesse
“To such men the desperate and horrible thought has come that perhaps the whole of human life is but a bad joke, a violent and ill-fated abortion of the primal mother, a savage and dismal catastophe of nature.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Demian, 1919
Life can feel absurd and tragic, like a failed birth of a primal force.
In simple terms: Life may seem a cruel joke.
Key Takeaway
Find meaning despite absurdity.
Themes
existentialism
absurdity
human condition
despair
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- artistic expression
- existential reflection
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives your life meaning?
- How do you confront existential dread?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on despair can ignore moments of joy and purpose.
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