Comedy Quote by Louis Untermeyer
“Laughter shall drown the raucous shout; And, though these shelt'ring walls are thin, May they be strong to keep hate out And hold love in.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Walls of Love", 1935, published in Poetry Magazine
He wishes protective walls to be thin yet strong, keeping hate out and love in, using laughter as a shield.
In simple terms: Thin walls should keep hate out and love in.
Key Takeaway
Build strong, loving boundaries.
Themes
love
hate
protection
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
metaphor
emotional resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can love be protected?
- When does laughter fail?
A Different Perspective
Laughter may not always be sufficient against deep hostility.
