Goals Quote by Wilkie Collins
““This is a miserable world", says the Sergeant. "Human life, Mr. Betteredge, is a sort of target --misfortune is always firing at it, and always hitting the mark".””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins, 1868
Life is portrayed as a battlefield where misfortune constantly attacks, suggesting inevitable suffering and vulnerability.
In simple terms: Life is a battlefield of constant misfortune.
Key Takeaway
Accept vulnerability and seek resilience.
Themes
suffering
vulnerability
human condition
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- war zones
- personal crises
- health challenges
- financial loss
Key Concepts
determinism
existentialism
fatalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when misfortune strikes?
- Can you find meaning amid suffering?
A Different Perspective
The view may overlook human agency and moments of joy.
