Quote by John Green

People, I thought, wanted security. They couldn't bear the though of their loved ones not existing, and couldn't even imagine themselves not existing. I finally decided that people believe in an afterlife because they couldn't bear not to.

People, I thought, wanted security. They couldn't bear the t

Summary

This quote suggests that people's belief in an afterlife stems from their desire for security. The fear of losing loved ones and the inability to conceive their own non-existence leads them to believe in an afterlife. The speaker implies that this belief serves as a way for individuals to find comfort in the idea that there is something beyond death, ensuring that their loved ones and themselves will continue to exist in some form. The quote highlights the psychological need for assurance and the role of belief systems in offering solace amidst existential uncertainty.

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Life Death Religion Heaven Afterlife

By John Green

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