The only absolute knowledge attainable by man is that life is meaningless.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The only certain knowledge humans have is that life has no meaning.
- In plain terms
- Life has no meaning.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept meaninglessness to create your own.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What meaning do you create?
- How does this idea affect your choices?
Another view
Many people find inherent meaning in life.
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