Scenes Quote by Iris Murdoch
““Things, things, they outlive us and go to scenes that we know nothing of.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Sea, The Sea by Iris Murdoch, 1978
Things outlive us, moving into unknown scenes beyond our understanding, emphasizing impermanence.
In simple terms: Things outlive us and go to unknown places.
Accept that life’s creations persist beyond us.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- art creation
- family lineage
- environmental impact
- cultural traditions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What will you leave behind?
- How do you cope with the unknown future?
We cannot control what happens after we’re gone.