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“Amalfitano remembered a time when he believed that nothing happened by chance, everything happened for some reason, but when was that time? he couldn't remember, all he could remember was that at some point thiw was what he believed...” quote by Roberto Bolaño
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““Amalfitano remembered a time when he believed that nothing happened by chance, everything happened for some reason, but when was that time? he couldn't remember, all he could remember was that at some point thiw was what he believed...””

Roberto Bolaño

About This Quote

The narrator reflects on a belief that everything has purpose, yet cannot recall when that belief formed, highlighting uncertainty about meaning.

In simple terms: He doubts when he started believing in purpose.

Key Takeaway

Question the origins of your beliefs.

Themes

purpose belief uncertainty existential

Mood

contemplative melancholy

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal introspection
  • writing
  • discussing fate

Key Concepts

philosophy memory identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • When did you first feel that everything has meaning?
  • What challenges that belief?
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