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“His voice, what he said, remains, and it is here, all of those voices are here, in what I am telling you. If in the beginning there was the word, then perhaps, with humility at the smallness of our powers, in words a small part of us can return.” quote by Brian Francis Slattery
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““His voice, what he said, remains, and it is here, all of those voices are here, in what I am telling you. If in the beginning there was the word, then perhaps, with humility at the smallness of our powers, in words a small part of us can return.””

Brian Francis Slattery

About This Quote

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

The narrator reflects that words and voices persist, and through humility we can contribute a small part to the larger story.

In simple terms: Words endure; humility lets us add our small part.

Key Takeaway

Speak humbly and add your voice to the collective.

Themes

literature humility communication legacy

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

literary spiritual

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • community storytelling
  • educational curricula

Key Concepts

storytelling collective memory personal contribution

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you let your voice be heard today?
  • What small actions reflect humility in communication?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may be abstract for practical application.

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