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“Di atas pelupuh humatita orang damai dalam tidurnya, suami-istri berpelukan, anak-anak berserak tanpa baju tanpa celana. Hanya asap dan asap selimut mereka.” quote by Pramoedya Ananta Toer
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““Di atas pelupuh humatita orang damai dalam tidurnya, suami-istri berpelukan, anak-anak berserak tanpa baju tanpa celana. Hanya asap dan asap selimut mereka.””

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Source Novel: “Bumi Manusia” by Pramoedya Ananta Toer, 1980

Peaceful sleep contrasts with harsh reality, symbolized by smoke.

In simple terms: Sleep amid turmoil; smoke obscures.

Key Takeaway

Seek peace despite chaos.

Themes

peace conflict illusion

Mood

somber reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • war zones
  • poverty
  • mental health

Key Concepts

sociology political critique symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you find calm in crisis?
  • What does the smoke represent for you?
A Different Perspective

May understate suffering.

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