He will wipe the tears from all faces.' It takes nothing from the loveliness of the verse to say that is exactly what will be required
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I think probably one of the important things that happened to me was growing up in Idaho in the mountains, in the woods, and having a very strong presence of the wilderness around me. That never felt like emptiness. It always felt like presence.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the profound impact of nature on personal growth and perception.
Marilynne Robinson highlights the significance of her upbringing in the natural beauty of Idaho, emphasizing how the wilderness filled her life with a sense of presence rather than absence. This connection to nature nurtured her identity and shaped her understanding of the world, illustrating the enriching role that the environment plays in shaping human experience and perspective.
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NatureWildernessPresenceGrowthIdaho
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a speech about the importance of preserving natural environments.
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