The small wisdom is like water in a glass: clear, transparent, pure. The great wisdom is like the water in the sea: dark, mysterious, impenetrable.
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Life, like a child, laughs, shaking its rattle of death as it runs.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life is joyful but fleeting, much like a child's laughter, which contrasts with the inevitability of death.
Rabindranath Tagore's quote likens life to a child who joyfully laughs while simultaneously acknowledging the presence of death, represented by the rattle. This imagery highlights the dual nature of existence, where joy and sorrow coexist, emphasizing that life is precious and should be embraced despite its transient nature.
Themes
LifeChildLaughterDeathJoyExistence
In practice
Example use cases
During a graduation speech to highlight the importance of cherishing life.
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