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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The flower fades and dies; but he who wears the flower has not to mourn for it for ever.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life is transient, but the memories and experiences associated with it endure.
This quote by Rabindranath Tagore reflects on the impermanence of life, symbolized by the flower that fades and dies. It suggests that even though beauty and life can be short-lived, the impact and joy it brings to our lives can be everlasting, and we should cherish those moments without being overly burdened by their eventual end.
Themes
LifeTransienceMemoriesImpermanenceBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
During a funeral, one might share this quote to comfort those grieving.
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