Without the future there is no present," my father is saying. "Without the future there can be no hope for redemption, and without hope for redemption there is nothing. A man must plan for the future." Max smiles politely. That is the sort of talk, he once told me, he used to get from his own father. "They talk about redeeming the world for the future," Max said. "I have more modest goals. I wish only to redeem a canvas for today.
The quote emphasizes the importance of the future in our lives, suggesting that our present actions are deeply intertwined with our aspirations for redemption and hope. The speaker's father highlights that planning for the future is essential, as it provides purpose and meaning to our existence. Without such foresight, the present lacks significance, making redemption seem unattainable.
In contrast, Max presents a different perspective by downplaying grand ambitions for the future. He expresses a desire to focus on the immediate, wishing instead to find meaning and redemption in his current circumstances, epitomized by his aim to redeem a canvas today. This reflects a shift from long-term aspirations to a more modest and intimate connection with the present moment.
