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God made a beauteous garden With lovely flowers strown, But one straight, narrow pathway That was not overgrown. And to this beauteous garden He brought mankind to live, And said "To you, my children, These lovely flowers I give. Prune ye my vines and fig trees, With care my flowers tend, But keep the pathway open Your home is at the end." God's Garden
Robert Frost
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What this quote means

This quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clear path to spiritual or moral fulfillment while enjoying life's beauty.

In the poem 'God's Garden' by Robert Frost, the author presents a metaphorical garden representing life, filled with beauty and opportunities exemplified by lovely flowers. The narrow pathway symbolizes the disciplined and moral choices we must make to navigate through life, ensuring that we tend to our responsibilities while keeping the way to happiness and fulfillment clear and accessible.

Themes

GardenBeautyPathwayLifeResponsibility

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In a speech about personal growth and responsibility.

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