I see In many an eye that measures me The mortal sickness…
““I see In many an eye that measures me The mortal sickness of a mind Too unhappy to be kind. Undone with misery, all they can Is to hate their fellow man; - from Poem XLI ””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The poet sees people consumed by bitterness and hatred due to inner misery.
In simple terms: Misery breeds hatred.
Cultivate empathy to counter bitterness.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- mental health counseling
- conflict resolution
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels inner misery?
- How can kindness be fostered?
Not all suffering leads to hatred; some find compassion.