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Absolute love Quote by John C. Wright

“Then how did she convince you?” “Many things she did in many ways, but in the final hour, she asked me one simple question, the same I asked you: ‘And what does absolute love do?’” “Eh? I don’t get it.” “Nor do I, because the answer must be larger than our universe. But Rania made me curious to…” quote by John C. Wright
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““Then how did she convince you?” “Many things she did in many ways, but in the final hour, she asked me one simple question, the same I asked you: ‘And what does absolute love do?’” “Eh? I don’t get it.” “Nor do I, because the answer must be larger than our universe. But Rania made me curious to seek and to see the answer, to taste it, imbibe it, live it. And between the choice of Malthus and Infinity, only choosing Infinity allows even for the possibility of an answer.””

John C. Wright

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Book of the New Sun by John C. Wright, 2023

The passage suggests that true love is an infinite, boundless force that transcends ordinary limits, urging us to pursue it beyond conventional understanding.

In simple terms: Love is limitless and beyond our comprehension.

Key Takeaway

Seek love that expands beyond ordinary limits.

Themes

love philosophy infinity choice spirituality

Mood

hopeful contemplative inspired

Type

literary philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • spiritual quests
  • creative inspiration
  • ethical decision making

Key Concepts

metaphysics existentialism transcendence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you experience love that feels infinite?
  • What limits do you place on love?
A Different Perspective

Infinity may be an abstract ideal that can’t be practically applied in everyday life.

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