Quote by Arthur Rimbaud

Life is the farce which everyone has to perform.

Life is the farce which everyone has to perform.

Summary

This quote suggests that life itself is like a theatrical performance, where we all play a part. It implies that our actions and interactions in life can sometimes feel absurd, meaningless, or even comical, just like the exaggerated elements found in a farce play. It highlights the idea that life can be filled with various dramatic situations, misunderstandings, and absurdities, urging us to approach these moments with a sense of humor and to not take everything too seriously.

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Life

By Arthur Rimbaud

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