Quote by Dorothy Parker

Sorrow is tranquility remembered in emotion.

Sorrow is tranquility remembered in emotion.

Summary

This quote suggests that sorrow, or intense sadness, arises from recollections or reminders of moments of peaceful calmness. It implies that experiencing sorrow involves an emotional reaction to the memory of tranquility or inner peace that has been disrupted or lost. It highlights the connection between past feelings of serenity and the contrasting emotions of sorrow, implying that sorrow is deeply rooted in the longing for the tranquility that once existed. The quote encapsulates the idea that emotions are intricately intertwined with memory and highlights the bittersweet nature of sorrow, as it may be accompanied by nostalgic recollections of tranquility.

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By Dorothy Parker

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