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“A chord, stronger or weaker, is snapped asunder in every parting, and time's busy fingers are not practised in re-splicing broken ties. Meet again you may; will it be in the same way?” quote by Barry Fetter
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““A chord, stronger or weaker, is snapped asunder in every parting, and time's busy fingers are not practised in re-splicing broken ties. Meet again you may; will it be in the same way?””

Barry Fetter

About This Quote

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

Relationships break apart and cannot be easily repaired; time does not heal all wounds.

In simple terms: Broken ties are hard to mend.

Key Takeaway

Accept that some connections end permanently.

Themes

relationships loss time

Mood

sad reflective

Type

philosophical cautionary

When to use this quote

  • breakups
  • friendship endings
  • family disputes
  • reconciliation attempts

Key Concepts

impermanence repair acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you identify which ties are worth repairing?
  • How does acceptance change your view of loss?
A Different Perspective

Not all relationships can be restored; some may change beyond recognition.

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