Between life and death Quote by John Cowper Powys
“This swallowing up of life in nothingness, this obliteration of life by nothingness is what the emotion of malice ultimately desires. The eternal conflict between love and malice is the eternal contest between life and death. And this contest is what the complex vision reveals, as it moves from darkness to darkness.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "A Glastonbury Romance", 1932
Malice seeks to erase life, framing love as its opposite in a perpetual life‑death struggle.
In simple terms: Malice wants to destroy life; love opposes it.
Key Takeaway
Recognize love’s power against destructive forces.
Themes
love
malice
life
death
conflict
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- political oppression
- ethical dilemmas
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
existentialism
dualism
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels malice in society?
- Can love truly overcome all?
A Different Perspective
Malice can be rationalized as a response to suffering.
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