O suffering, sad humanity! O ye afflicted ones, who lie Steeped to the lips in misery, Longing, yet afraid to die, Patient, though sorely tried!
Henry Wadsworth LongfellowRead
All your strength is in union, all your danger is in discord.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Unity brings strength, while discord leads to peril.
This quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow emphasizes the importance of unity and cooperation among individuals. It suggests that when people come together, they form a powerful force capable of overcoming challenges, whereas division and discord can lead to weakness and vulnerability.
Themes
StrengthUnionDiscordDangerCooperationUnity
In practice
Example use cases
In a team meeting to address challenges, I could use this quote to highlight the importance of working together.
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