Little things Quote by Robert J. Crane
““Humans had no souls, not really, just little things, comparatively speaking. But his kind—and the others … they were full up. Bursting out of their bodies.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Empty Vessel”, 2015
Humans lack a grand, metaphysical soul; they are composed of minor, comparable parts that can overflow.
In simple terms: Humans have no grand soul.
Key Takeaway
Recognize human fragility and potential.
Themes
existentialism
human nature
fragility
Mood
contemplative
poetic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- mental health
- creative writing
- spiritual discussions
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
Philosophy of mind
literary metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “bursting out” signify?
- How do we find meaning without a soul?
A Different Perspective
Metaphorical language may obscure literal meaning.
![“[W]e must learn to accommodate ourselves to the discovery that some of those cunningly-fashioned instruments called human souls have only a very limited range of music, and will not vibrate in the least under a touch that fills others with tremulous rapture or quivering agony.” quote by George Eliot](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9be/george-eliot-84_agony_w-e-must-learn-to-accommodate-ourselves_12409.jpg)
