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
Therefore trust to thy heart, and to what the world calls illusions.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Trusting one's heart leads to genuine understanding, even if it defies reality.
In this quote, Longfellow emphasizes the importance of following one's heart and instincts, even when these feelings may contradict societal perceptions or beliefs. It suggests that true insight and authenticity come not from mere rational thought but from trusting in one's personal emotions and dreams, which may be seen as illusions by others.
Themes
TrustHeartIllusionsWisdomEmotions
In practice
Example use cases
During a graduation speech to inspire students to follow their passions.
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