Quote by Leo Tolstoy

The only absolute knowledge attainable by man is that life is meaningless.

The only absolute knowledge attainable by man is that life i

Summary

This quote suggests that the only certainty or absolute understanding that humans can have is that life itself is devoid of inherent meaning. It implies that despite our pursuit of knowledge and wisdom, we cannot find a definitive purpose or ultimate significance to existence. This notion may highlight the existential dilemma faced by individuals, questioning the meaning or purpose of their own lives in an uncertain and ever-changing world.

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