I want to still be me when I wake up one fine morning and have breakfast at Tiffany´s.
Truman CapoteRead
It is the want to know the end that makes us believe in God, or witchcraft, believe, at least, in something
Interpretation
What this quote means
The desire to understand the ultimate truths of existence leads people to believe in higher powers or mystical forces.
This quote by Truman Capote suggests that the human inclination to seek certainty about the future or the finality of life drives individuals to place their faith in deities, supernatural forces, or similar constructs. Our quest for knowledge and understanding often leads to the adoption of beliefs that offer comfort and explanation, even when they may not be based on empirical evidence.
Themes
BeliefFaithKnowledgeCertaintySupernatural
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the nature of faith during a philosophy class.
More from Truman Capote
All quotes →All writing, all art, is an act of faith. If one tries to contribute to human understanding, how can that be called decadent? It's like saying a declaration of love is an act of decadence. Any work of art, provide it springs from a sincere motivation to further understanding between people, is an act of faith and therefore is an act of love.
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I don't want to own anything until I find a place where me and things go together.
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The quietness of his tone italicized the malice of his reply.
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