Lies Quote by Virginia Woolf
““He would argue with her about killing themselves; and explain how wicked people were; how he could see them making up lies as they passed in the street. He knew all their thoughts, he said; he knew everything. He knew the meaning of the world, he said.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Mrs Dalloway, 1925
A character claims omniscience, believing he understands all thoughts and the world’s meaning.
In simple terms: He pretends to know everything about people and life.
Key Takeaway
Question claims of absolute knowledge.
Themes
knowledge
power
illusion
psychology
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- philosophical debate
- literary analysis
- psychological introspection
Key Concepts
existentialism
subjectivity
narrative voice
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever feel you know too much?
- What are the risks of assuming you understand others?
A Different Perspective
Such certainty can be delusional.
