I don't want to be a tree; I want to be its meaning.
The quote “I don't want to be a tree; I want to be its meaning” from Orhan Pamuk's novel "My Name Is Red" speaks to the desire for deeper significance and understanding beyond mere existence. It reflects a yearning to transcend the physical form and attain a more profound essence, suggesting that one should strive for a greater purpose in life rather than being confined to superficial identities. This perspective encourages...