When they told him this, Ransom at last understood why mythology was what it was -- gleams of celestial strength and beauty falling on a jungle of filth and imbecility.

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  2. Love is not affectionate feeling, but a steady wish for the loved person's ultimate good as far as it can be obtained.

  3. I'm on Aslan's side even if there isn't any Aslan to lead it. I'm going to live as like a Narnian as I can even if there isn't any Narnia.

  4. The great thing to remember is that though our feelings come and go God's love for us does not.

  5. If you love deeply, you're going to get hurt badly. But it's still worth it.

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