So long as I have questions to which there are no answers, I shall go on writing.
Clarice LispectorRead
What I want is to live of that initial and primordial something that was what made some things reach the point of aspiring to be human.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects a desire to connect with the fundamental essence of humanity.
In this quote, Clarice Lispector expresses a longing to embrace the intrinsic qualities that define what it means to be human. She suggests that there exists a core element, a 'primordial something', that contributes to the richness of human experience, and she seeks to truly live in tune with that essence. This yearning implies a deep exploration of identity, existence, and the virtues that elevate human life beyond mere survival.
Themes
HumanityEssenceIdentityExistenceExperience
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the values that define our humanity.
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