I do not believe that sheer suffering teaches. If suffering alone taught all the world would be wise since everyone suffers. To suffering must be added mourning understanding patience love openness and the willingness to remain vulnerable.
When the wedding march sounds the resolute approach the clock no longer...
But the wicked passions of men's hearts alone seem strong enough to leave...
A society made up of individuals who were all capable of original thought would probably be unendurable.
