Continuation Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
“There is no object to life. To nature nothing matters but the continuation of the species.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Of Human Bondage by W. Somerset Maugham, 1915
Life lacks inherent purpose; meaning is derived from the biological drive to perpetuate the species.
In simple terms: Life’s purpose is survival and reproduction.
Recognize the biological basis of meaning.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- philosophical debate
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect moral responsibility?
- Can purpose be found beyond biology?
Overlooks cultural, artistic, and individual sources of meaning.