Science without conscience is the soul's perdition.
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It is better to write of laughter than of tears, for laughter is the property of man.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Laughter is a more human expression than sadness, and thus it is more worthy of being written about.
This quote by Francois Rabelais suggests that laughter, representing joy and happiness, is a fundamental aspect of the human experience that deserves to be celebrated through writing. In contrast, tears, which represent sadness and sorrow, while important, do not embody the essence of humanity as laughter does, making it a more fitting subject for literature and expression.
Themes
LaughterTearsHumanityWritingJoy
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of humor in storytelling.
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