Any group of persons β prisoners, primitives, pilots, or patients β develop a life of their own that becomes meaningful, reasonable and normal once you get close to it.
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The world, in truth, is a wedding.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that life is filled with connections, commitments, and social interactions akin to a wedding ceremony.
Erving Goffman's quote, 'The world, in truth, is a wedding,' implies that life is an intricate web of social relationships and interactions where individuals come together to experience commitment, connection, and celebration. Just like a wedding symbolizes the union of two individuals, the world reflects the continuous joining of lives through various relationships, underscoring the importance of social bonds and community in human experiences.
Themes
WeddingRelationshipsCommitmentConnectionSocial
In practice
Example use cases
During a toast at a wedding reception, one might reference this quote to celebrate the union of the couple.
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