It seemed to be a necessary ritual that he should prepare himself for sleep by meditating under the solemnity of the night sky... a mysterious transaction between the infinity of the soul and the infinity of the universe.
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A joyous little creature, so beautiful, It was as if a gate of Heaven opened as she came in.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the beauty and joy that a special person brings into the world.
In this quote, Victor Hugo describes the overwhelming beauty and joy that someone possesses, suggesting that their presence can transform an environment and evoke feelings of paradise. It reflects a deep appreciation for the impact individuals can have on our lives and the happiness they can inspire in others.
Themes
JoyBeautyHeavenPresenceEmotion
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote during a wedding speech to celebrate the beauty of love.
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Forget not, never forget that you have promised me to use this silver to become an honest man.... Jean Valjean, my brother: you belong no longer to evil, but to good. It is your soul that I am buying for you. I withdraw it from dark thoughts and from the spirit of perdition, and I give it to God!
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