Life Quote by Leo Tolstoy
““I don't give a damn unless I'm fond of a person;but I'd sacrifice my life for those I am fond of; the rest I'd throttle if they stood in my way...And you may not believe me but if I still set a value on life it is only because I still hope one day to meet such a heavenly creature who will regenarate me, purify me and elevate me. But you don't understand that.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: War and Peace, 1869
The speaker values only those they love enough to protect, and hopes for a transcendent being who can redeem them.
In simple terms: Love defines loyalty; hope for redemption.
Key Takeaway
Cherish loved ones, seek spiritual growth.
Themes
love
loyalty
hope
redemption
spirituality
Mood
conflicted
reflective
Type
philosophical
emotional
When to use this quote
- family relationships
- personal crisis
- search for meaning
Key Concepts
Existentialism
human connection
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- Who truly deserves your sacrifice?
- What does redemption mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Love alone may not guarantee moral clarity.
