Conscious Quote by Stephane Mallarme
“Yes, I know, we are merely empty forms of matter, but we are indeed sublime in having invented God and our soul. So sublime, my friend, that I want to gaze upon matter, fully conscious that it exists, and yet launching itself madly into Dream, despite its knowledge that Dream has no existence, extolling the Soul and all the divine impressions of that kind which have collected within us from the beginning of time and proclaiming, in the face of the Void which is truth, these glorious lies!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: L’Après-midi d’un faune, 1876
The quote reflects on humanity’s paradoxical nature: material beings capable of creating concepts like God and soul, yet chasing illusory dreams while confronting the void of truth.
In simple terms: Humans are material yet create divine ideas and chase dreams despite knowing they’re unreal.
Key Takeaway
Embrace consciousness while questioning the dreams we pursue.
Themes
philosophy
existentialism
creativity
illusion
spirituality
Mood
reflective
melancholic
inspired
Type
aphilosophical
poetic
existential
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- personal reflection
- philosophical discourse
- spiritual contemplation
Key Concepts
metaphysics
self-awareness
nihilism
divine imagination
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you consider a “glorious lie” in your life?
- How does recognizing the void affect your creative drive?
A Different Perspective
The pursuit of meaning can lead to self-deception and existential anxiety.
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