Absurdity can coexist with joy and love from "summary" of THE MYTH OF SISYPHUS by ALBERT CARNUS
In the face of an absurd world, one may question whether joy and love can still exist. The absurdity of life, as depicted by the myth of Sisyphus, can seem overwhelming and suffocating. Sisyphus, condemned to roll a rock up a hill only for it to roll back down each time, represents the futility and meaninglessness of human existence. It is easy to fall into despair and nihilism in such a reality. However, amidst this absurdity, there is still room for joy and love. Despite the seemingly pointless nature of his task, Sisyphus finds happiness in the act of rolling the rock up the hill. He embraces his fate and finds fulfillment in the struggle itself. In this perpetual cycle of pushing the rock, he discovers a sense of purpose and contentment that transcends the absurdit...
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