Tragedy Quote by William James
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““Where [God] is, tragedy is only provisional and partial, and shipwreck and dissolution are not the absolutely final things.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Varieties of Religious Experience, 1902
Human suffering is temporary and partial; ultimate reality transcends it.
In simple terms: Suffering is not the end.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper meaning beyond pain.
Themes
philosophy
theology
existentialism
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- personal crisis
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
impermanence
spirituality
hope
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find hope in hardship?
- What does “partial” imply about suffering?
A Different Perspective
Suffering may persist despite belief.
