Ends Quote by Soren Kierkegaard
“In the life of the individual when love awakens it is older than everything else, because when it exists it seems as if it has existed for a long time; it presupposes itself back into the distant past until all searching ends in the inexplicable origin.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay: Either/Or, 1843
Love feels timeless, linking present experience to an ancient, inexplicable origin, suggesting a deep, existential continuity.
In simple terms: Love seems ancient and endless.
Key Takeaway
Recognize love’s deep, timeless nature.
Themes
existence
love
time
philosophy
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- personal reflection
- spiritual contemplation
Key Concepts
eternity
subjectivity
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does timeless love mean to you?
- How does this view affect relationships?
A Different Perspective
Love may be idealized beyond practical reality.
