Praise be to God I’m not good, And have the natural…
““Praise be to God I’m not good, And have the natural egotism of flowers And rivers following their bed Preoccupied without knowing it Only with blooming and flowing. This is the only mission in the World, This—to exist clearly, And to know how to do it without thinking about it.)””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The poem celebrates natural humility, urging us to exist plainly without self‑consciousness, embracing our inherent purpose.
In simple terms: Live simply like nature, without overthinking.
Embrace natural simplicity and purpose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- mindfulness practice
- creative writing
- environmental appreciation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “existing clearly” mean to you?
- How can you practice humility daily?
Ignoring societal pressures may be unrealistic for some.