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Body Quote by Rabindranath Tagore

“Joy is there everywhere; it is superfluous, unnecessary; nay, it very often contradicts the most peremptory behests of necessity. It exists to show that the bonds of law can only be explained by love; they are like body and soul. Joy is the realisation of the truth of oneness, the oneness of our…” quote by Rabindranath Tagore
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“Joy is there everywhere; it is superfluous, unnecessary; nay, it very often contradicts the most peremptory behests of necessity. It exists to show that the bonds of law can only be explained by love; they are like body and soul. Joy is the realisation of the truth of oneness, the oneness of our soul with the world and of the world-soul with the supreme lover.”

Rabindranath Tagore

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Gift of Joy” (collection, 1910)

Joy transcends necessity, revealing that love underlies law and unity, connecting soul, world, and the divine.

In simple terms: Joy shows love unites law and all things.

Key Takeaway

Embrace joy to feel deeper unity.

Themes

spirituality philosophy joy

Mood

contemplative uplifting

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • artistic creation
  • community gatherings
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

unity love law transcendence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does joy reveal about your deeper values?
  • How can love guide your daily decisions?
A Different Perspective

Joy can be fleeting; overemphasis may ignore practical needs.

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