Morrie Schwartz was a sociology professor at Brandeis University who was diagnosed with
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Morrie was a very wise man who has had many experiences in life.
What condition does Morrie have?
Morrie has since been diagnosed with
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
, or Lou Gherig's disease.
What 2 things are most important to Morrie?
Morrie discovered that the most important thing in life is
how to learn and how to give out love
, and let it come in.
What is the main message of Tuesdays with Morrie?
The central theme in Tuesdays with Morrie is
the way in which accepting one's own death can help one to understand what really matters in life and to live more meaningfully
.
What are Morrie's religious values?
Morrie adopts values and parables from many different religions; described by Mitch as a “religious mutt,” Morrie had been born into Judaism, but turned
agnostic during
his teen years. Morrie reveals that it is only once a person knows how to die that he can then know how to live.
Is Tuesdays with Morrie real?
The whole book is a
true
account of a wonderful professor giving out anecdotes of life as he walks towards his inevitable disease and succumbs to it. It tells the true story of Mitch Albom, a journalist who was very close to his college professor, Morrie Schwartz.
Why does Mitch bring food to Morrie?
Although he knows that Morrie can no longer eat solids, Mitch continues to bring food each week
because he so fears Morrie's fast-approaching death
. The food Mitch brings him acts as a means by which to cling to Morrie and the fond memories Mitch has of his favorite professor.
What does Morrie believe is the key to a meaningful life?
Morrie believes the key to a meaningful life is
“Offering others what you have to give”
(Albom 126). Agree because when a person gives someone else their things, taken, and time it makes both people happy. … Morrie does not think he will he forgotten after he dies because of love.
How is Mitch like Morrie?
At
Brandeis
, Mitch and Morrie shared a relationship more like that between father and son than teacher and student. Soon before Morrie's death, when his condition has deteriorated so much that he can no longer breathe or move on his own, he confides that if he could have another son, he would choose Mitch.
How are humans alike what's the secret Tuesdays with Morrie?
Morrie maintains that no one should allow society to dictate their values. In light of this, Morrie argues that one of the greatest values everyone should embrace is
the idea that human beings are very much alike
. If we can accept the idea that we are all alike, there may be more harmony among all the races.
How does Morrie view death?
Quotes About Death and Dying
‘ Morrie recognizes that
in the face of death, we realize how precious life is
. Death helps Morrie to discover which things are most important to life. In a way, he only really started to live once he learned that he was dying. ‘Everyone knows they're going to die, but nobody believes it.
How has Morrie created his own culture?
Throughout his life, Morrie created a
culture based on discussion groups, long walks, and spending time with friends
. It is focused on interpersonal relationships rather than things and achievements. One way to understand Morrie's culture is through the way he interacts with television.
What causes Morrie to get emotional?
His mother died when Morrie was young. What causes Morrie to become so emotional on the fifth Tuesday?
The thought of leaving his sons soon
. How did Mitch's brother deal with his illness?
Did Morrie want a living funeral?
After attending a colleagues' funeral, Morrie is depressed that the deceased never get the opportunity to hear the good things said about them at their funerals. Thus,
he decides to hold a “living funeral” for himself
, which is a great success.
What were Morrie's last words to Mitch?
Morrie's final words to the TV audience are “
Love each other or die
.” (Albom 163).
How many Tuesdays did Mitch and Morrie get together?
There are
14 Tuesdays
in Tuesdays with Morrie.
