Quote by Walter Benjamin

We have long forgotten the ritual by which the house of our life was erected. But when it is under assault and enemy bombs are already taking their toll, what enervated, perverse antiquities do they not lay bare in the foundations.

We have long forgotten the ritual by which the house of our

Summary

This quote reflects on how we often overlook the rituals and processes that shape our lives until we face adversity. It suggests that when we encounter challenges and our metaphorical "house of life" is under attack, these difficult times reveal deep-rooted vulnerabilities that we have long ignored or forgotten. It implies that adversity has a way of unearthing the suppressed aspects of our past and forcing us to confront hidden weaknesses and unhealthy patterns.

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