Life is life - whether in a cat, or dog or man. There is no difference there between a cat or a man. The idea of difference is a human conception for man's own advantage.
Sri AurobindoRead
To listen to some devout people, one would imagine that God never laughs.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that some religious individuals may perceive God as serious and devoid of humor.
Sri Aurobindo's quote highlights a tendency among some devout believers to view divinity in a strictly solemn light, overlooking the possibility of joy and laughter as divine attributes. It invites reflection on the nature of spirituality and the importance of balancing reverence with the joyful aspects of existence.
Themes
GodLaughterReligionHumorSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the role of humor in religion, one might say, 'As Sri Aurobindo reminds us, God also laughs.'
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