Quote by Pearl Buck, I Believe, 1939

Like Confucius of old, I am so absorbed in the wonder of earth and the life upon it that I cannot think of heaven and the angels. I have enough for this life. If there is no other life, then this one has been enough to make it worth being born, myself a human being.

Like Confucius of old, I am so absorbed in the wonder of ear

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses a similar mindset to that of the ancient philosopher Confucius. They are deeply fascinated and engrossed by the wonders of the earth and all living things existing in it, leading them to prioritize their understanding and appreciation of this life. The speaker believes that the experiences and joys they have encountered in their human existence have been sufficient to make life worthwhile, regardless of whether an afterlife or heavenly realm exists. They emphasize the value and significance of being born as a human being on this earth.

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By Pearl Buck, I Believe, 1939

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