Life never presents us with anything which may not be looked upon as a fresh starting point, no less than as a termination.
Andre GideRead
The novelist does not long to see the_x000D_ lion eat grass. He realizes that one and_x000D_ the same God created the wolf and the_x000D_ lamb, then smiled, “seeing that his_x000D_ work was good.”
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects on the acceptance of duality in nature and creativity.
Andre Gide's quote highlights the complex relationship between opposing forces in life, such as predator and prey, and suggests that both are an essential part of the world created by God. The novelist, as a storyteller, understands that this duality is inherent to existence and that each aspect contributes to the beauty of creation.
Themes
DualityCreationNatureAcceptanceArt
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in a creative writing workshop to inspire writers to embrace complexity in their characters.
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