Blind Quote by Lucy Maud Montgomery
“All that Ruby said was so horribly true, she was leaving everything she cared for. She had laid up her treasures on earth only. She had lived solely for the little things of life, the things that pass, forgetting the great things that go onward into eternity bridging the gulf between the two lives and making of death a mere passing of one dwelling to the other. From twilight to unclouded day. ...it was no wonder her soul clung in blind helplessness to the only things she knew and loved.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Blue Castle by L. M. Montgomery, 1926
She clung to material comforts, neglecting deeper, eternal values, leading to a shallow, fearful existence.
In simple terms: Focusing only on worldly things blinds us to lasting meaning.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper purpose beyond material possessions.
Themes
spirituality
materialism
mortality
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- life planning
- grief counseling
- philosophical study
- creative writing
Key Concepts
existential reflection
attachment
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- What deeper values guide your life?
- How can you honor both present joys and eternal meaning?
A Different Perspective
Material focus can provide comfort but may limit growth.
