A dream has power to poison sleep.
Percy Bysshe ShelleyRead
To suffer woes which Hope thinks infinite; To forgive wrongs darker than death or night; To defy Power, which seems omnipotent; To love, and bear; to hope till Hope creates From it's own wreck the thing it contemplates; Neither to change, not falter, nor repent; This, like thy glory, Titan, is to be Good, great and joyous,beautiful and free; This is alone Life, Joy, Empire, and Victory
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the resilience of the human spirit through suffering, hope, love, and the pursuit of goodness.
Shelley's quote captures the essence of enduring life's challenges with hope and love. It suggests that true greatness lies in the ability to forgive, to stand against overwhelming power, and to cultivate joy and beauty despite adversity. The ideal of being 'Good, great and joyous, beautiful and free' exemplifies a life well-lived, where personal struggle is transformed into a source of strength and triumph.
Themes
HopeSufferingForgivenessPowerLoveJoyLife
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about resilience and overcoming obstacles.
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