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Words are mighty, words are living:Serpents with their…

“Words are mighty, words are living:Serpents with their venomous stings,Or bright angels, crowding round us,With heaven's light upon their wings:Every word has its own spirit,True or false, that never dies;Every word man's lips have utteredEchoes in God's skies.” quote by Adelaide Anne Procter
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“Words are mighty, words are living:Serpents with their venomous stings,Or bright angels, crowding round us,With heaven's light upon their wings:Every word has its own spirit,True or false, that never dies;Every word man's lips have utteredEchoes in God's skies.”

Adelaide Anne Procter

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Words possess power and agency, capable of harming like serpents or uplifting like angels, and their impact endures beyond utterance.

In simple terms: Words have lasting power, good or bad.

Key Takeaway

Choose words wisely and recognize their influence.

Themes

language power ethics

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • teaching
  • conflict resolution
  • media communication

Key Concepts

symbolism duality spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What words have shaped your life?
  • How can you harness positive language?
A Different Perspective

Words can be misinterpreted, reducing intended effect.

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