Contradictions Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
““It was all very well to aim at the intention of the soul: who could tell what that was when people seemed a mass of contradictions?””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Constant Wife, 1926
Intention of the soul is unclear amid human contradictions.
In simple terms: Soul's intent is ambiguous.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity within contradictions.
Themes
soul
intention
contradiction
Mood
philosophical
introspective
Type
literary
existential
When to use this quote
- personal introspection
- creative writing
- psychotherapy
Key Concepts
existentialism
human complexity
Questions to Reflect On
- Can we ever know true motives?
- How do contradictions shape identity?
A Different Perspective
Understanding intention may be impossible.
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