Quote by Leo Tolstoy

Without knowledge of what I am and why I am here, it is impossible to live, and since I cannot know that, I cannot live either. In an infinity of time, in an infinity of matter, and an infinity of space a bubble-organism emerges while will exist for a little time and then burst, and that bubble am I.

Without knowledge of what I am and why I am here, it is impo

Summary

This quote reflects the existential dilemma of human existence. It suggests that without a understanding of one's purpose and identity, it is impossible to truly live. However, since we cannot fully comprehend the complexities of our existence, this quote implies that our lives are fleeting and insignificant in the grand scheme of limitless time, matter, and space. The comparison of human life to a bubble emphasizes the transient nature of our existence, highlighting the temporary nature of our being.

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Life Knowledge Philosophy Existentialism

By Leo Tolstoy

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