Quote by Lewis Carroll

While the laughter of joy is in full harmony with our deeper life, the laughter of amusement should be kept apart from it. The danger is too great of thus learning to look at solemn things in a spirit of mockery, and to seek in them opportunities for exercising wit.

While the laughter of joy is in full harmony with our deeper

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This quote suggests that laughter and joy are aligned with our true selves, reflecting a deeper sense of happiness. However, the laughter that emerges from amusement should be distinguished from this deeper joy. The danger lies in turning serious matters into subjects of mockery and using them as opportunities to showcase wit. By doing so, we run the risk of trivializing and undermining important aspects of life that warrant solemnity and respect.

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