Quote by Victor Hugo

What was more needed by this old man who divided the leisure hours of his life, where he had so little leisure, between gardening in the daytime, and contemplation at night? Was not this narrow enclosure, with the sky for a background, enough to enable him to adore God in his most beautiful as well as in his most sublime works? Indeed, is not that all, and what more can be desired? A little garden to walk, and immensity to reflect upon. At his feet something to cultivate and gather; above his head something to study and meditate upon: a few flowers on the earth, and all the stars in the sky.

What was more needed by this old man who divided the leisure

Summary

This quote suggests that the old man finds joy and fulfillment in the simplicity of his life. Despite having limited leisure time, he finds contentment in dividing it between gardening during the day and contemplating the expansive sky at nighttime. The quote highlights the idea that the man doesn't require much to feel connected to and adore God's creations. Having a small garden to tend to and the vastness of the sky to ponder upon is enough for him. The contrast between the flowers on earth and the stars in the sky serves as a reminder of the beauty and wonders of both the earthly and celestial realms.

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