If two lives join, there is oft a scar. They are one and one, with a shadowy third; One near one is too far.
Robert BrowningRead
How good is life, the mere living!
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life itself is a treasure, and simply existing can bring joy.
This quote by Robert Browning emphasizes the inherent value of life and the joy that can be found in simply being alive. It suggests that the act of living itself, regardless of circumstances, holds a profound beauty and worth that often goes unappreciated.
Themes
LifeJoyExistenceHappinessValue
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about appreciating every moment, I might say, 'How good is life, the mere living!'
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