Quote by Albert Camus

Happiness and the absurd are two sons of the same earth. They are inseparable.

Happiness and the absurd are two sons of the same earth. The

Summary

This quote suggests that happiness and the absurd are interconnected and cannot exist without each other. It implies that amidst the uncertainties and contradictions of life, happiness can arise. The absurd refers to the sense of meaninglessness or irrationality often found in human existence. Despite this, happiness can still be found, perhaps through embracing the absurdity of life and accepting the inherent contradictions. It implies that both elements are fundamental aspects of the human experience and are intertwined as two different facets stemming from the same reality.

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Happiness Absurdity

By Albert Camus

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