A dogmatic belief in objective value is necessary to the very idea of a rule which is not tyranny or an obedience which is not slavery.
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Everything that is not eternal is worthless in eternity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Temporal things lack value in the context of eternity.
This quote by C. S. Lewis emphasizes the idea that only those things that have eternal significance truly matter. It suggests that material pursuits and temporal achievements are ultimately meaningless when viewed against the infinite backdrop of eternity, encouraging individuals to seek higher, lasting values in life.
Themes
EternityValueWorthlessnessPhilosophyMeaning
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on the fleeting nature of material wealth, this quote illustrates the pursuit of deeper values.
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