Quote by Victor Hugo

The soul that loves and suffers is in the sublime state.

The soul that loves and suffers is in the sublime state.

Summary

This quote suggests that true beauty and greatness lie in the experience of loving and suffering. It implies that those who have the capacity to deeply love and fully experience the pain that comes with it have reached a higher or elevated state of being, described here as "sublime." It implies that the soul that can both love and suffer is capable of experiencing profound emotions and finding meaning in lifeâ€™s highs and lows.

Topics

Love Pain Soul Suffering Feeling Sublime

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