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Duchess Quote by Lewis Carroll

“Tis so,' said the Duchess: 'and the moral of that is- "Oh, 'tis love, 'tis love, that makes the world go round!"' 'Somebody said,' Alice whispered, 'that it's done by everybody minding their own business!' 'Ah, well! It means much the same thing,' said the Duchess.” quote by Lewis Carroll
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““Tis so,' said the Duchess: 'and the moral of that is- "Oh, 'tis love, 'tis love, that makes the world go round!"' 'Somebody said,' Alice whispered, 'that it's done by everybody minding their own business!' 'Ah, well! It means much the same thing,' said the Duchess.””

Lewis Carroll

About This Quote

Source Literature: Through the Looking-Glass, 1871

Love is portrayed as a universal force that drives human behavior and connects everyone.

In simple terms: Love makes the world go round.

Key Takeaway

Recognize love’s influence in actions.

Themes

love human nature connection humor

Mood

playful thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • community building
  • conflict mediation

Key Concepts

romantic idealism social commentary literary satire

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does love truly motivate in your life?
  • How do you balance love with personal boundaries?
A Different Perspective

The quote mixes humor with moralizing, which may oversimplify complex motivations.

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