Beautiful Quote by Lorraine Hansberry
““I wish to live because life has within it that which is good, that which is beautiful, and that which is love. Therefore, since I have known all of these things, I have found them to be reason enough and — I wish to live. Moreover, because this is so, I wish others to live for generations and generations and generations and generations.””
About This Quote
Source Play: A Raisin in the Sun, 1959 (dialogue)
Life's inherent goodness, beauty, and love give sufficient reason to live and to inspire future generations.
In simple terms: Love, beauty, and goodness justify living.
Key Takeaway
Live for love and inspire others.
Themes
purpose
beauty
love
generational legacy
Mood
hopeful
philosophical
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- family life
- artistic creation
- community building
- education
Key Concepts
existentialism
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “good” mean to you?
- How can you foster love across generations?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on positive aspects may overlook suffering.
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