Earth Quote by Nikos Kazantzakis
“We are not men, to have need of another, an eternal life; we are women, and for us one moment with man we love is everlasting Paradise, one moment far from the man we love is everlasting hell. It is here on earth that we women love out eternity”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Zorba the Greek, 1946
Women experience love as an eternal, all‑consuming force; separation from the beloved feels like torment.
In simple terms: Love is timeless for women; separation feels like hell.
Key Takeaway
Cherish each moment with loved ones.
Themes
love
eternity
gender perspective
Mood
passionate
melancholic
Type
philosophical
emotional
When to use this quote
- marriage
- long‑distance relationships
- loss of a partner
Key Concepts
spiritual union
emotional intensity
existential longing
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “everlasting Paradise” mean in daily life?
- How can we balance romantic idealism with realism?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing love may overlook practical realities.
