Cities Quote by John Dos Passos
“I dont think there is anything on earth more wonderful than those wistful incomplete friendships one makes now and then in an hour's talk. You never see the people again, but the lingering sense of their presence in the world is like the glow of an unseen city at night--makes you feel the teemingness of it all.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Big Money, John Dos Passos, 1936
Brief encounters can leave lasting emotional impressions, highlighting the value of fleeting connections.
In simple terms: Short meetings can feel deeply meaningful.
Key Takeaway
Cherish and reflect on brief, meaningful interactions.
Themes
friendship
transience
memory
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- travel
- social events
- random meetings
- online chats
Key Concepts
existential reflection
human connection
Questions to Reflect On
- What fleeting encounter has impacted you most?
- How do you honor brief connections?
A Different Perspective
Such moments may be idealized, overlooking deeper relationships.
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