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Time Quote by Miljenko Jergović

“U toj priči nije bilo tuge; samo čuđenje pred time koliko malo čovjeku treba da se počne opraštati od svijeta, samo jedan pogled, i koliko je toga što svakog dana posljednji put u životu vidi, a da nije svjestan, ne misli, i oproštaji mu nisu ni na kraj pameti.” quote by Miljenko Jergović
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““U toj priči nije bilo tuge; samo čuđenje pred time koliko malo čovjeku treba da se počne opraštati od svijeta, samo jedan pogled, i koliko je toga što svakog dana posljednji put u životu vidi, a da nije svjestan, ne misli, i oproštaji mu nisu ni na kraj pameti.””

Miljenko Jergović

About This Quote

Source Short story: “U toj priči” by Miljenko Jergović, 1990s

Life’s fleeting moments teach us to forgive the world with a single glance, even before we realize it.

In simple terms: One look can bring forgiveness.

Key Takeaway

Notice and cherish each moment.

Themes

forgiveness impermanence awareness mindfulness

Mood

contemplative melancholic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily routines
  • travel experiences
  • relationships

Key Concepts

philosophy existentialism literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small moment could you let go of?
  • How does awareness change your view of endings?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness may be hard without conscious effort.

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