A dogmatic belief in objective value is necessary to the very idea of a rule which is not tyranny or an obedience which is not slavery.
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Alas," said Aslan, shaking his head. "It will. Things always work according to their nature. She has won her heart's desire; she has unwearying strength and endless days like a goddess. But length of days with an evil heart is only length of misery and already she begins to know it. All get what they want; they do not always like it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Desires may be fulfilled, but that doesn't guarantee happiness; true satisfaction comes from the nature of one's heart.
In this quote from C.S. Lewis, Aslan reflects on the nature of desires and the essence of fulfillment. He suggests that while everyone eventually gets what they long for, if their motivations are rooted in negativity or evil, the outcome will lead to suffering rather than joy. It highlights that true contentment is not merely about achieving one's wishes but stems from having a good heart and positive intentions.
Themes
DesireHappinessNatureEvilFulfillment
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about the importance of intent behind desires.
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