Achieve Quote by Iris Murdoch
“When does one ever know a human being? Perhaps only after one has realized the impossibility of knowledge and renounced the desire for it and finally ceased to feel even the need of it. But then what one achieves is no longer knowledge, it is simply a kind of co-existence; and this too is one of the guises of love.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Sea, the Sea by Iris Murdoch, 1978
Human understanding is limited; true connection arises when we let go of seeking knowledge and simply coexist, which is a form of love.
In simple terms: Letting go of knowledge leads to coexistence and love.
Key Takeaway
Embrace coexistence over certainty.
Themes
philosophy
love
existence
knowledge
humility
Mood
contemplative
intimate
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- spiritual practice
- conflict resolution
- intimate dialogue
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Epistemology
ontological intimacy
self‑transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice coexistence without losing self?
- What does love look like when knowledge is set aside?
A Different Perspective
Coexistence may still involve misunderstanding or imbalance.
