Excess Quote by Salman Rushdie
“Make as much racket as you like people. Noise is life and an excess of noise is a sign that life is good. There will be time for us all to be quiet when we are safely dead.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2012 Literary Talk, 2012
Noise symbolizes vibrant life; quietness is reserved for death, so embrace the clamor.
In simple terms: Noise = lively life; silence = death.
Key Takeaway
Celebrate life's noise.
Themes
life
joy
mortality
Mood
joyful
philosophical
Type
literary
reflective
When to use this quote
- festivals
- creative work
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
existentialism
celebration
soundscape
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “noise” represent in your life?
- When is quiet necessary?
A Different Perspective
Too much noise can be overwhelming.
