Abuse Quote by Thomas Pynchon
“Through the machineries of greed, pettiness, and the abuse of power, love occurs.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Gravity's Rainbow, 1973
Even amid greed and power abuse, love can still emerge unexpectedly.
In simple terms: Love can arise despite greed and power.
Seek love in unlikely places.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- political activism
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can love survive in corrupt systems?
- What actions nurture love amid greed?
Love may be fleeting when systemic oppression persists.