Approach Quote by Thomas Hardy
“...he seemed to approach the grave as an hyperbolic curve approaches a line, less directly as he got nearer, till it was doubtful if he would ever reach it at all.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tess of the d'Urbervilles, 1891
The approach to death becomes less direct as it nears, making its arrival uncertain.
In simple terms: Death feels more distant the closer it gets.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty in life's ultimate end.
Themes
mortality
philosophy
uncertainty
existence
perception
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- philosophical reflection
- creative writing
- end‑of‑life planning
Key Concepts
hyperbolic curve
approach to death
psychological distance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does proximity change our perception of mortality?
- Can uncertainty be comforting?
A Different Perspective
Some may view death as inevitable, not uncertain.
