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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When two mouths, made sacred by love, draw near to each other to create, it is impossible, that above that ineffable kiss there should not be a thrill in the immense mystery of the stars.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love creates a profound connection between people that is both beautiful and cosmic.
In this quote, Victor Hugo suggests that when two individuals in love come together, their union transcends ordinary experience. The act of sharing a kiss is imbued with a sense of cosmic significance, highlighting the extraordinary nature of love and the connections it fosters, suggesting that such moments resonate with the mysteries of the universe itself.
Themes
LoveConnectionKissCosmicMystery
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding ceremony, the officiant could use this quote to emphasize the sacredness of the couple's love.
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