The world is a kind of spiritual kindergarten where millions of bewildered infants are trying to spell "God" with the wrong blocks.
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And thus we all are nighing The truth we fear to know: Death will end our crying For friends that come and go.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the inevitability of death and the transient nature of friendships.
Edwin Arlington Robinson's quote addresses the universal truth of mortality and the emotional pain associated with the loss of loved ones. It suggests that while we fear the truth of our own mortality and the departures of friends, acceptance of these realities can lead to a sense of peace, as death ultimately brings an end to our suffering and longing.
Themes
DeathFriendshipLossTruthMortality
In practice
Example use cases
In a eulogy, to remind everyone of the shared experience of loss and the importance of accepting mortality.
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