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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Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Laughter brings joy and warmth, dispelling sadness and hardship.
This quote by Victor Hugo suggests that laughter acts as a powerful source of happiness, illuminating our lives in dark times. Just as the sun warms the earth and melts winter's chill, laughter can drive away sorrow and hardship, bringing joy and light to our faces and spirits.
Themes
LaughterHappinessJoySunHuman Spirit
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about mental health, one might say, 'Remember, laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face.'
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