The comic spirit is given to us in order that we may analyze, weigh, and clarify things in us which nettle us, or which we are outgrowing, or trying to reshape
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There is a land of the living and a land of the dead and the bridge is love, the only survival, the only meaning.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love serves as a connection between life and death, giving meaning to existence.
The quote by Thornton Wilder emphasizes the idea that love is the essential bridge that connects the experiences of living and the inevitability of death. It suggests that love is not only a powerful emotion but also the fundamental aspect that gives our lives significance, providing comfort and continuity even in the face of mortality.
Themes
LoveLifeDeathMeaningConnection
In practice
Example use cases
In a eulogy, one could use this quote to highlight the enduring power of love between people.
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