Alas, how easily things go wrong! A sigh too much, a kiss too long And there follows a mist and a weeping rain And life is never the same again
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A Baby Sermon- The lighting and thunder, they go and they come: But the stars and the stillness are always at home
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote illustrates the transient nature of turmoil contrasted with the enduring presence of calm and constancy.
George Macdonald's quote reflects on the idea that life is filled with moments of chaos and intensity, represented by the 'lighting and thunder', which come and go. In contrast, the 'stars and the stillness' symbolize the enduring constants in life that provide peace and stability, reminding us to seek tranquility amidst life's fluctuations.
Themes
ChaosCalmConstancyNatureLife
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is great for a motivational speech about finding peace in stressful times.
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