Quote by Victor Hugo

Happy, even in anguish, is he to whom God has given a soul worthy of love and grief! He who has not seen the things of this world, and the heart of men in this double light, has seen nothing, and knows noting of the truth.

Happy, even in anguish, is he to whom God has given a soul w

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that true happiness comes from experiencing both love and grief. The author suggests that it is a gift from God to have a soul capable of experiencing these powerful emotions. Without witnessing the complexities of life, including both the joys and sorrows, one cannot fully comprehend the reality of existence. Therefore, the quote implies that to truly understand the world and its inhabitants, it is necessary to have encountered both love and grief, and to have felt the profound impact they have on the human experience.

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Love Soul Suffering Grief Anguish Feeling

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