Children Quote by Walter Isaacson
““That Tuesday afternoon, he kept staring into his children’s eyes. At one point he looked at Patty and his children for a long time, then at Laurene, and finally gazed past them into the distance. “Oh wow,” he said. “Oh wow. Oh wow.” Those were his final words before he drifted into unconsciousness sometime around two that afternoon.””
About This Quote
Source Film: Steve Jobs (2015) – a scene depicting Jobs' final moments
A poignant moment of awe and wonder at life's end, expressed through simple astonishment.
In simple terms: Even in death, one can feel awe.
Key Takeaway
Embrace wonder, even in final moments.
Themes
mortality
wonder
humanity
Mood
somber
contemplative
Type
narrative
emotional
When to use this quote
- end-of-life care
- grief counseling
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
existential reflection
life review
emotional climax
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “Oh wow” reveal about his state of mind?
- How do we find awe in loss?
A Different Perspective
The quote may be dramatized, not a factual account.
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