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“Why do humans need answers? Partly I suppose because without one, almost any one, the question itself soon sounds silly.” quote by Jeanette Winterson
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““Why do humans need answers? Partly I suppose because without one, almost any one, the question itself soon sounds silly.””

Jeanette Winterson

About This Quote

Source Novel: Written on the Body, 1999

Humans seek answers because without them, questions feel absurd, highlighting the need for meaning

In simple terms: We need answers to avoid feeling questions are silly

Key Takeaway

Seek meaning to give purpose to questioning

Themes

philosophy meaning human curiosity

Mood

contemplative curious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • personal growth
  • creative writing
  • therapy

Key Concepts

existentialism epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives your search for answers?
  • Can uncertainty be valuable?
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Answers may be elusive and subjective

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