Ancient Egyptians believed that upon death they would be asked two questions and their answers would determine whether they could continue their journey in the afterlife. The first question was, 'Did you bring joy?' The second was, 'Did you find joy?'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Life should be measured by bringing and finding joy, according to ancient Egyptian beliefs.
- In plain terms
- Your life's purpose is to give and find happiness.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on bringing and finding joy in life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you find joy?
- What joy have you brought?
Another view
Joy is not the only measure of a meaningful life.
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