River Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
““Two little drops in that river that flowed silently towards the unknown; two little drops that to themselves had so much individuality and to the onlooker were but an undistinguishable part of the water.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Moon and Sixpence, 1919
Individuality is lost in the vast flow of existence; each person is a tiny, unique drop within an indistinguishable whole.
In simple terms: We are unique drops in a vast, indistinguishable river.
Embrace individuality while recognizing unity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative expression
- social interaction
- philosophical reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal identity with belonging to a larger whole?
- What does individuality mean in a collective society?
Overemphasis on unity may suppress personal expression.