We love life, but life

“ We love life, but life does not love us. ”

Meaning

This quote means our affection for existence is not reliably returned by fate.

About Author

Mahmoud Darwish

Mahmoud Darwish was a Palestinian poet and author known for his evocative poetry on identity, exile, and humanity. His quotes often reflect resilience, emotion, and reflection. Darwish inspires writers, readers, and activists to embrace storytelling, cultural identity, and the power of language to convey human experience.

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