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“Who trusted God was love indeed And love Creation's final law - Tho' Nature, red in tooth and claw With ravine, shriek'd against his creed” quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson
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“Who trusted God was love indeed And love Creation's final law - Tho' Nature, red in tooth and claw With ravine, shriek'd against his creed”

Alfred Lord Tennyson

About This Quote

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

Divine love is the ultimate law governing creation, despite its harsh realities.

In simple terms: Love is the law of nature.

Key Takeaway

Recognize love’s governing power.

Themes

theology nature law

Mood

reflective solemn

Type

poetic theological

When to use this quote

  • environmental ethics
  • spiritual practice
  • philosophical debate
  • artistic expression

Key Concepts

metaphysics ethical naturalism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love shape your worldview?
  • Can love coexist with harsh realities?
A Different Perspective

Nature’s cruelty can contradict love’s ideal.

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