Like the collector, the photographer is animated by a passion that, even when it appears to be for the present, is linked to a sense of the past.
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Etymologically, 'patient' means sufferer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The word 'patient' derives from a term meaning 'sufferer', highlighting the connection between patience and enduring suffering.
In this quote, Susan Sontag points out the etymological root of the word 'patient', revealing that being patient is inherently linked to suffering. This connection invites deep reflection on how the practice of patience often involves enduring difficult times or challenges with grace and resilience, suggesting that true patience is not merely about waiting but about how we handle our suffering during that time.
Themes
PatientSufferingEnduranceResiliencePatience
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a motivational speech about resilience in the face of adversity.
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