Sisyphus' punishment is the epitome of futility and meaninglessness but we see in this allegory for man in the absurd that Sisyphus does not have to share this fate. He can carry out his duty with fervor and anima. While the pushing of the boulder is of no consequence, Sisyphus can continue to live an existence of love, passion, indignation, desire all things human. Sisyphus is independent of the circumstances surrounding him. Each individual is Sisyphus.
Camusian philosophy leads one to ask an important question.
Just by looking at the fore mentioned works by Camus, we can assess his stance. To Camus, absurdity exists in the outcomes and ends, separate from one's intent. The end however is his execution, absurdity. Ends therefore are relegated to a place of scant value as a source of meaning in appraising life. However, it must be realized that while outcomes provide no direct value, they are the very things that allow for human values themselves.