joy

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1. joy - Noun

2. joy - Verb

3. Joy - Proper noun

Meaning

The passion or emotion excited by the acquisition or expectation of good; pleasurable feelings or emotions caused by success, good fortune, and the like, or by a rational prospect of possessing what we love or desire; gladness; exhilaration of spirits; delight.

That which causes joy or happiness.

The sign or exhibition of joy; gayety; mirth; merriment; festivity.

To rejoice; to be glad; to delight; to exult.

To give joy to; to congratulate.

To gladden; to make joyful; to exhilarate.

To enjoy.

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Why does man grow spiritually through pain and not through joys and rest? Simply because joy and comfort lead man to be satisfied with the present world. Grief and tribulations lead us to search for a deeper joy, beyond the limits of this life. Seraphim Rose

Throughout the day, try to remember God more often. If you feel bad, turn to Him: "Lord, I feel bad, help me." If you feel good: "Lord, glory to You, thank You for this joy." If you are worried about someone: "Lord, I am worried about him, help him." Whatever happens, turn it into prayer. Ambrose of Optina

There are three traps of Satan that steal joy and peace: - Regretting about the past - Fear for the future - Ingratitude for the present. Anthony the Great

To long for everything: sorrow; to accept everything: joy. Hindi Proverb

A fight between grasshoppers is a joy to the crow. Nigerian Proverb

The joy of a poor man does not last long. Brazilian Proverb

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