Choice Quote by Iris Murdoch
““What a queer gamble our existence is. We decide to do A instead of B and then the two roads diverge utterly and may lead in the end to heaven and to hell. Only later one sees how much and how awfully the fates differ. Yet what were the reasons for the choice? They may have been forgotten. Did one know what one was choosing? Certainly not.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Sea, the Sea, 1978
Existence is a random gamble where choices lead to vastly different outcomes, often without knowing the reasons behind them.
In simple terms: Life is a gamble with unknown choices.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty and reflect on past decisions.
Themes
existentialism
choice
fate
uncertainty
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
existential
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- relationships
- spiritual paths
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
free will
determinism
consequence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you cope with unknown outcomes?
- Do you ever revisit past choices?
A Different Perspective
Choice consequences are often unclear until later.
