Doe Quote by Ravi Zacharias
“I am absolutely convinced that meaninglessness does not come from being weary of pain; meaninglessness comes from being weary of pleasure. And that is why we find ourselves emptied of meaning with our pantries still full.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The End of the World as We Know It, 2005
Meaninglessness arises not from pain fatigue but from being jaded by pleasure, leaving emptiness despite material abundance.
In simple terms: Pleasure fatigue empties meaning.
Key Takeaway
Seek depth beyond comfort.
Themes
existential
materialism
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
somber
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- career burnout
- consumerism
- overindulgence
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
hedonism
meaning
emptiness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does constant pleasure erode purpose?
- What practices restore meaning?
A Different Perspective
Pleasure can also inspire purpose if balanced.
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