Quote by C.S. Lewis
There are no ordinary people. You have never talked to a mere mortal. Nations, cultures, arts, civilizations - these are mortal, and their life is to ours as the life of a gnat. But it is immortals whom we joke with, work with, marry, snub and exploit - immortal horrors or everlasting splendors. This does not mean that we are to be perpetually solemn. We must play. But our merriment must be of that kind (and it is, in fact, the merriest kind) which exists between people who have, from the outset, taken each other seriously - no flippancy, no superiority, no presumption.
Summary
This quote by C.S. Lewis emphasizes the idea that every person we encounter is significant and possesses an immortal soul. It suggests that our interactions with others should not be taken lightly; rather, we should treat each other with respect and without any sense of superiority. While nations and civilizations may fade away, the quote suggests that our relationships with individuals have a lasting impact. It also encourages the balance between seriousness and merriment, underscoring the importance of genuine connections with others.
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By C.S. Lewis
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