Quote by C.S. Lewis

And I say also this. I do not think the forest would be so bright, nor the water so warm, nor love so sweet, if there were no danger in the lakes.

And I say also this. I do not think the forest would be so b

Summary

This quote suggests that the beauty and pleasures of life, such as a bright forest, warm water, and sweet love, are amplified by the presence of danger or challenges. It implies that the underlying risks and obstacles add a sense of excitement, appreciation, and heightened experience to these aspects of life. In other words, the contrast between danger and safety enhances our ability to enjoy and value the goodness and beauty that life offers.

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