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Dance Quote by C.S. Lewis

“This is called the Great Snow Dance and it is done every year in Narnia on the first moonlit night when there is snow on the ground. Of course it is a kind of game as well as a dance, because every now and then some dancer will be the least little bit wrong and get a snowball in the face, and then…” quote by C.S. Lewis
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““This is called the Great Snow Dance and it is done every year in Narnia on the first moonlit night when there is snow on the ground. Of course it is a kind of game as well as a dance, because every now and then some dancer will be the least little bit wrong and get a snowball in the face, and then everyone laughs. But a good team of dancers, Dwarfs, and musicians will keep it up for hours without a single hit. On fine nights when the cold and the drum-taps, and the hooting of the owls, and the moonlight, have got into their wild, woodland blood and made it even wilder, they will dance till daybreak. I wish you could see it for yourselves.””

C.S. Lewis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Chronicles of Narnia, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, 1950

A festive winter ritual blends dance, play, and community, celebrating joy and resilience in a magical setting.

In simple terms: A snowy dance game brings joy and teamwork.

Key Takeaway

Embrace shared traditions and laughter.

Themes

community celebration tradition resilience

Mood

joyful nostalgic

Type

cultural inspirational

When to use this quote

  • winter festivals
  • team building
  • cultural events
  • storytelling
  • performance art

Key Concepts

mythical rituals collective joy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does shared play strengthen bonds?
  • What role does humor play in hardship?
A Different Perspective

May become exclusive to those who cannot join or understand the culture.

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