Absolutes Quote by Lucius Shepard
“If you deny mystery-even in the guise of death-then you deny life, and you will walk like a ghost through your days, never knowing the secrets of the extremes. The deep sorrows, the absolute joys.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of the River by Lucius Shepard, 1984
Denial of mystery limits life, leaving one empty and unaware of deep joys and sorrows.
In simple terms: Ignoring mystery makes life empty.
Key Takeaway
Embrace mystery to experience life's extremes.
Themes
existence
depth
mystery
Mood
reflective
poetic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- artistic creation
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
philosophy
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you live fully without confronting the unknown?
- What mysteries do you avoid?
A Different Perspective
Life's extremes require confronting both joy and sorrow.
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