Attributes Quote by Victor Hugo
“Does there exist an Infinity outside ourselves? Is that infinity One, immanent and permanent, necessarily having substance, since He is infinite and if He lacked matter He would be limited, necessarily possessing intelligence since He is infinite and, lacking intelligence, He would be in that sense finite. Does this Infinity inspire in us the idea of essense, while to ourselves we can only attribute the idea of existence? In order words, is He not the whole of which we are but the part?”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Infinite and the Divine, Victor Hugo, 1860s (posthumously published)
The text questions whether an infinite, divine essence exists beyond material existence and how it relates to human understanding of existence.
In simple terms: It explores the nature of an infinite divine versus human existence.
Key Takeaway
Contemplate the relationship between the infinite and personal existence.
Themes
theology
philosophy
existence
infinity
essence
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
spiritual
Type
philosophical
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- spiritual reflection
- philosophical debate
- theological study
- personal meditation
Key Concepts
metaphysics
divine nature
ontology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you see the divine as part of or separate from yourself?
- How does the idea of infinity affect your sense of purpose?
A Different Perspective
Human concepts may be limited, making true comprehension of infinity elusive.
