My own dim life should teach me this, That life shall live…
““My own dim life should teach me this, That life shall live for evermore, Else earth is darkness at the core, And dust and ashes all that is; This round of green, this orb of flame, Fantastic beauty such as lurks In some wild Poet, when he works Without a conscience or an aim. What then were God to such as I? 'Twere hardly worth my while to choose Of things all mortal, or to use A tattle patience ere I die; 'Twere best at once to sink to peace, Like birds the charming serpent draws, To drop head-foremost in the jaws Of vacant darkness and to cease.””
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 reflects on life's transience, darkness, and the desire for peace amid chaos.
In simple terms: Life is fleeting, seeking peace in darkness.
Key Takeaway
Embrace impermanence and seek inner calm.
Themes
mortality
philosophy
spirituality
Mood
somber
contemplative
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- meditation retreats
- creative writing
Key Concepts
existential dread
search for meaning
Questions to Reflect On
- What brings you peace in dark times?
- How do you find meaning in impermanence?
A Different Perspective
May be overly bleak for some readers.