Quote by Aldous Huxley

But I don't want comfort. I want God, I want poetry, I want real danger, I want freedom, I want goodness. I want sin.

But I don't want comfort. I want God, I want poetry, I want

Summary

This quote reflects a longing for a deeper and more meaningful experience in life. The speaker expresses their desire for God, poetry, danger, freedom, goodness, and even sin. They reject the idea of seeking mere comfort and instead value the uncertainties and complexities of existence. They yearn for a genuine and raw connection with life, embracing both its beauty and its darker aspects. This quote embodies a thirst for a life rich in thoughts, emotions, and experiences, transcending the mundane and ordinary.

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Brave New World Hunger Thirst Yearning

By Aldous Huxley

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