Quote by Tom Stoppard

It is a defect of God's humor that he directs our hearts everywhere but to those who have a right to them.

It is a defect of God's humor that he directs our hearts eve

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This quote suggests that God plays a trick on us by causing our hearts to be attracted to people who may not deserve or reciprocate our love. It implies that our emotions are often misguided and lead us away from those who truly deserve our affection.

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By Tom Stoppard

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