Toga Quote by Ivo Andrić
““Prevariti se u jednoj velikoj nadi nije sramota. Sama cinjenica da je takva nada mogla da postoji vredi toliko da nije suvise skupo placena jednim razocarenjem, ma kako tesko ono bilo.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Bridge (Na Drini 1864) by Ivo Andrić, 1945
Great hope is not shameful; its mere existence justifies its cost despite possible disappointment.
In simple terms: Hope is valuable even if it may lead to disappointment.
Key Takeaway
Cherish hope, but temper expectations.
Themes
hope
resilience
value
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Personal goals
- national aspirations
- artistic endeavors
Key Concepts
Existentialism
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance hope and realism?
- When does hope become harmful?
A Different Perspective
Unrealistic hope can cause deep pain.
