Human Feeling Quote by Jonathan Safran Foer
““Yet we wanted human feeling, gestures free from suspicion, some sympathetic if stammering articulation, half syllables of mystification, a temporary eternal.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close, Jonathan Safran Foer, 2005
The desire is for authentic human emotion and spontaneous gestures, free from suspicion, even if imperfect or cryptic, creating a fleeting sense of eternity.
In simple terms: Want genuine, imperfect human expression that feels timeless.
Key Takeaway
Embrace imperfect, heartfelt communication.
Themes
authenticity
human connection
imperfection
Mood
introspective
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal conversations
- writing
- performance art
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
emotional honesty
temporary eternity
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears arise when you reveal true feelings?
- How can imperfection deepen connections?
A Different Perspective
Authenticity can be misread as vulnerability.
