Be grateful Quote by Werner Herzog
“We ought to be grateful that the Universe out there knows no smile.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Werner Herzog on the Cosmos, 2014
The universe is indifferent, lacking human emotions like smiling.
In simple terms: The cosmos is emotionless.
Key Takeaway
Accept cosmic indifference.
Themes
existence
humility
cosmos
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- stargazing
- philosophical reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
philosophy
science
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find comfort in an indifferent universe?
- Can we project emotions onto nature?
A Different Perspective
Human desire for meaning may clash with this view.
![“I don't feel any vulgar gratitude to you[for helping me]. I almost feel as if You ought to be grateful to ME, for giving you the opportunity of enjoying the luxury of generosity. . . I may have come into the world expressly for the purpose of increasing your stock of happiness. I may have been…” quote by Charles Dickens](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ab2/charles-dickens-34_be-grateful_i-don-t-feel-any-vulgar-gratitude-to-you_3117458.jpg)
