Awe Quote by Nikos Kazantzakis
““I felt deep within me that the highest point a man can attain is not Knowledge, or Virtue, or Goodness, or Victory, but something even greater, more heroic and more despairing: Sacred Awe!” - The Narrator.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Zorba the Greek, Nikos Kazantzakis, 1946
True greatness lies not in achievements or virtues but in feeling a profound, sacred awe that transcends ordinary heroism.
In simple terms: Greatness is feeling sacred awe beyond success.
Key Takeaway
Seek moments that inspire deep reverence.
Themes
spirituality
heroism
existential
Mood
wonderful
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- philosophical
- nature retreats
- religious ceremonies
- artistic experiences
- personal epiphanies
Key Concepts
awe
transcendence
meaning
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments have evoked sacred awe in you?
- How can awe be balanced with daily life?
A Different Perspective
Such awe can be overwhelming and may lead to existential dread.
