We must be bright and cheerful. Long faces do not make religion. Religion should be the most joyful thing in the world, because it is the best.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Religion should bring joy rather than sadness or severity.
- In plain terms
- Be cheerful because religion should be joyful.
- What can you take from it?
- Approach faith with joy and cheer.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is your faith joyful?
- How do you express religion?
Another view
Solemnity has its place in religious reflection.
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