Women know the way to rear up children (to be just). They know a simple, merry, tender knack of tying sashes, fitting baby-shoes, and stringing pretty words that make no sense. And kissing full sense into empty words.
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And I smiled to think God's greatness flowed around our incompleteness; Round our restlessness, His rest.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects on the coexistence of divine greatness and human imperfection, suggesting that while humans may be restless, there is a profound peace in the divine presence.
Elizabeth Barrett Browning's quote suggests a deep philosophical perspective on the relationship between divine greatness and human imperfection. It highlights the idea that God's greatness surrounds our flaws and restlessness. Instead of being diminished by our incompleteness, we can find solace in the divine rest that contrasts with our struggles, implying that peace and fulfillment can be found even amidst human shortcomings.
Themes
RestlessnessDivineGreatnessPeaceImperfection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be shared during a meditation session to encourage reflection on the balance between our struggles and spiritual peace.
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