…gender is not sane. It's not sane to call a rainbow black and white.
Kate BornsteinRead
I don't know what happens when people die_x000D_ _x000D_ Can't seem to grasp it as hard as I try_x000D_ _x000D_ It's like a song I can hear playing right in my ear_x000D_ _x000D_ That I can't sing_x000D_ _x000D_ I can't help listening
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the struggle to comprehend the mystery of death and the emotions associated with it.
In this quote, Jackson Browne expresses a deep, personal contemplation on the topic of death. He likens the understanding of death to a song that is audible yet untouchable, symbolizing the profound mystery it presents. Despite his efforts to grasp its meaning, he finds that it remains elusive, evoking a sense of longing and an acceptance of the limitations of human understanding.
Themes
DeathMysteryUnderstandingLifeLonging
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in a memorial service to reflect on the complexity of loss.
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