Quote by Albert Camus

He had been bored, that's all, bored like most people. Hence he had made himself out of whole cloth a life full of complications and drama. Something must happen - and that explains most human commitments. Something must happen, even loveless slavery, even war or death. Hurray then for funerals!

He had been bored, that's all, bored like most people. Hence

Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of individuals to create complex and dramatic lives when they are bored, just like most people. The need for something to happen, no matter how negative or destructive, drives human commitments. It suggests that people will go to great lengths to avoid boredom, even resorting to loveless relationships, engagement in wars, or facing death. Funerals, in this context, symbolize events that provide the excitement and change that humans seek. Overall, the quote emphasizes the human desire for engagement and experiences, regardless of their nature.

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Death War Slavery Boredom Complication

By Albert Camus

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