There are many things which we can afford to forget which it is yet well to learn.
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.Read
The rule of joy and the law of duty seem to me all one.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Joy and duty are intertwined and should be considered as one concept.
In this quote, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. expresses the idea that joy and duty are not separate entities but are instead deeply connected. He suggests that fulfilling one's obligations or duties can lead to true happiness, indicating that a joyful life is one that encompasses both personal fulfillment and responsibility to others.
Themes
JoyDutyHappinessFulfillmentResponsibility
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on community service, one could use this quote to emphasize the joy found in helping others.
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