Quote by Albert Camus

Culture: the cry of men in face of their destiny.

Culture: the cry of men in face of their destiny.

Summary

This quote suggests that culture arises as a response of humans to their inevitable fate or destiny. It implies that culture emerges as a way for individuals and societies to make sense of life or find meaning in the face of their mortal existence. It highlights the innate human desire to understand and navigate their place in the world, and how culture acts as a collective cry or expression of that striving.

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By Albert Camus

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