Reincarnation Quote by L.M. Montgomery
““I said I thought I liked Dean's idea of a succession of lives - I can't make out from him whether he really believes that or not - and Ilse said that might be all very well if you were sure of being born again as a decent person, but how about it if you weren't?””
About This Quote
Source Book: Anne of Green Gables, 1908
The speaker questions whether moral worth is guaranteed in a new life, highlighting uncertainty about personal virtue after death.
In simple terms: Unsure if rebirth ensures goodness.
Key Takeaway
Consider moral responsibility beyond one life.
Themes
ethics
reincarnation
identity
uncertainty
Mood
thoughtful
curious
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious belief
- ethical decision making
- personal reflection
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
philosophy
morality
life after death
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think character persists after death?
- How does belief in rebirth affect ethical choices?
A Different Perspective
Assumes a linear moral continuity that may not exist.
