Quote by Mark Twain

Nothing that grieves us can be called little: by the eternal laws of proportion a child's loss of a doll and a king's loss of a crown are events of the same size.

Nothing that grieves us can be called little: by the eternal

Summary

This quote highlights the concept that the magnitude of grief should not be judged by external circumstances or societal standards. It asserts that any sorrowful experience, whether it be the loss of a cherished possession or a significant position or title, holds equal weight in terms of personal hardship and emotional impact. According to the "eternal laws of proportion," the quote emphasizes the subjective nature of grief, suggesting that one's perception and feelings about a particular loss determine its significance, rather than its material or social value.

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By Mark Twain

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