All things Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
“This greatest mortal consolation, which we derive from the transitoriness of all things-from the right of saying, in every conjuncture, "This, too, will pass away.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Scarlet Letter”, 1850
The fleeting nature of life offers comfort, reminding us that all hardships will eventually end.
In simple terms: All things pass eventually.
Key Takeaway
Find solace in impermanence.
Themes
mortality
comfort
transience
philosophy
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief
- stress
- daily setbacks
Key Concepts
existentialism
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What does impermanence teach you?
- How can you use this to cope with loss?
A Different Perspective
Even deep pain is temporary.
