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“Beloved, we are always in the wrong, Handling so clumsily our stupid lives, Suffering too little or too long, Too careful even in our selfish loves: The decorative manias we obey Die in grimaces round us every day, Yet through their tohu-bohu comes a voice Which utters an absurd command - Rejoice.” quote by Anonymous
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“Beloved, we are always in the wrong, Handling so clumsily our stupid lives, Suffering too little or too long, Too careful even in our selfish loves: The decorative manias we obey Die in grimaces round us every day, Yet through their tohu-bohu comes a voice Which utters an absurd command - Rejoice.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Poem: Untitled, 2015

Even in chaos and suffering, a paradoxical command to rejoice emerges from absurdity.

In simple terms: Joy can arise despite hardship.

Key Takeaway

Find joy in absurd moments.

Themes

resilience absurdity joy humanity

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • grief
  • daily stress
  • creative pursuits
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • What absurdity can you laugh at today?
  • How does humor help you endure?
A Different Perspective

Joy may feel forced or dismissive.

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