Quote by Dag Hammarskjold

Pray that your loneliness may spur you into finding something to live for, great enough to die for.

Pray that your loneliness may spur you into finding somethin

Summary

This quote suggests that loneliness can serve as a catalyst for discovering a purpose strong enough to justify one's existence. By embracing and understanding our solitude, we may be motivated to seek meaningful engagements, relationships, or passions that give our lives significance and make them worth sacrificing for. It implies that loneliness can be transformational, guiding us towards finding something so profound and valuable that we are willing to dedicate our lives entirely to it.

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By Dag Hammarskjold

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