Believe Quote by Mircea Eliade
“The great cosmic illusion is a hierophany… One is devoured by Time, not because one lives in Time, but because one believes in its reality, and therefore forgets or despises eternity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sacred and the Profane by Mircea Eliade, 1957
Time’s illusion consumes us, causing us to forget eternity’s permanence.
In simple terms: We forget timelessness because we believe time is real.
Key Takeaway
Remember eternity beyond temporal concerns.
Themes
time
eternity
illusion
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- life planning
- creative work
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing time’s illusion affect your choices?
- What practices keep you aware of eternity?
A Different Perspective
Eternity is abstract, making practical application difficult.
