Human existence Quote by Thomas Ligotti
““philosopher in question made much of human existence as a tragedy that need not have been were it not for the intervention in our lives of a single, calamitous event: the evolution of consciousness—””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Shadow at the Bottom of the World, 1991
Human existence is a tragic drama, made worse by consciousness, which brings suffering and awareness of meaninglessness.
In simple terms: Consciousness turns life into a tragic, painful awareness.
Key Takeaway
Question the value of heightened awareness.
Themes
existentialism
tragedy
consciousness
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- therapy
- philosophical writing
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
nihilism
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Can awareness be a source of meaning?
- How does tragedy inspire art?
A Different Perspective
Consciousness can also foster empathy and creativity.
