Eternity Quote by Yukio Mishima
“For clearly it is impossible to touch eternity with one hand and life with the other”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Temple of the Golden Pavilion, 1956
Human existence cannot simultaneously grasp eternity and mundane life; the two are mutually exclusive.
In simple terms: You can’t hold eternity and life at once.
Key Takeaway
Accept life’s limits; seek meaning within them.
Themes
existential
spiritual
paradox
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- spiritual practice
- daily routine
- creative work
- philosophical inquiry
Key Concepts
philosophy of being
temporal vs eternal
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile fleeting life with lasting values?
- What “hand” can you extend toward eternity?
A Different Perspective
May cause despair over impermanence.
