Quote by Jane Austen

What are men to rocks and mountains?

What are men to rocks and mountains?

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Jane Austen's character Elizabeth Bennet in Pride and Prejudice, encapsulates a sense of insignificance and immovability in the face of nature. It highlights the stark contrast between the enduring existence of rocks and mountains, which have been shaped by time and natural forces, and the transient presence of humans. It suggests that in comparison to the grandeur and steadfastness of nature, human beings are merely temporary and inconsequential. It prompts contemplation on the brevity of our existence and our place in the vastness of the universe.

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