It seemed to be a necessary ritual that he should prepare himself for sleep by meditating under the solemnity of the night sky... a mysterious transaction between the infinity of the soul and the infinity of the universe.
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Have courage for the great sorrows of life and patience for the small ones; and when you have laboriously accomplished your daily task, go to sleep in peace.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace the challenges of life with bravery and patience, and find peace in your accomplishments.
This quote by Victor Hugo emphasizes the importance of having courage to face the larger difficulties life presents, while also exercising patience for the smaller challenges we encounter. It suggests that after we have put in our efforts and completed our daily responsibilities, we deserve to rest peacefully, recognizing that both great and small struggles are part of our journey.
Themes
CouragePatienceLifePeaceSorrowTasks
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming challenges, one might say this quote to inspire the audience.
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