O suffering, sad humanity! O ye afflicted ones, who lie Steeped to the lips in misery, Longing, yet afraid to die, Patient, though sorely tried!
Henry Wadsworth LongfellowRead
Sail on ship of state, sail on, I union, strong and great! Humanity with all its fears, with all its hopes of future years, is hanging on thy fate!
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of unity and hope for the future amidst challenges.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's quote reflects on the collective journey of humanity as it navigates the uncertainties of life. It speaks to the idea that we must come together, like a ship sailing on a sea of fears and hopes, relying on our unity and strength to shape a better future. Each personβs potential and responsibility play a crucial role in determining the fate of our society.
Themes
UnityHumanityStrengthHopeFuture
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about teamwork, this quote can inspire collaboration.
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