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
Into a world unknown,-the corner-stone of a nation!
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of exploration and discovery in shaping a nation's identity.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's quote suggests that venturing into the unknown is foundational to the development of a nation. It implies that embracing uncertainty and exploring new territories—both physically and metaphorically—is crucial for growth, innovation, and the establishment of a strong national character.
Themes
ExplorationIdentityDiscoveryNationGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a graduation speech to inspire students about the importance of exploring new horizons.
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Perseverance is a great element of success. If you only knock long enough and loud enough at the gate, you are sure to wake up somebody.
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To be seventy years old is like climbing the Alps. You reach a snow-crowned summit, and see behind you the deep valley stretching miles and miles away, and before you other summits higher and whiter, which you may have strength to climb, or may not. Then you sit down and meditate and wonder which it will be.
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In the long run men hit only what they aim at.
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