Inner life Quote by Olivia Sudjic
““Was this what the city would look like when knowledge was no longer enough? When the desire to turn inward, surrendering entirely to one's own private world of nonresistance, overwhelmed, like creeping ivy, our desire to know worlds beyond it?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Business as Usual by Olivia Sudjic, 2022
She questions whether knowledge alone suffices in a world craving deeper, inward experiences, suggesting a yearning for transcendence.
In simple terms: Knowledge may not be enough; we seek deeper meaning.
Key Takeaway
Seek balance between knowledge and inner growth.
Themes
knowledge
meaning
inner life
transcendence
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- education
- spiritual practice
- creative work
Key Concepts
philosophy
existentialism
modernity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “knowledge no longer enough” imply?
- How to integrate inner and outer learning?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on facts can neglect inner fulfillment.
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