Pray, pray, thou who also weepest,-- And the drops will…
“Pray, pray, thou who also weepest,-- And the drops will slacken so; Weep, weep--and the watch thou keepest, With a quicker count will go. Think,--the shadow on the dial For the nature most undone, Marks the passing of the trial, Proves the presence of the sun.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Enduring sorrow eases as one persists; time’s passage reveals hope and renewal.
In simple terms: Suffering lessens with patience and hope.
Key Takeaway
Keep faith through hardship.
Themes
perseverance
hope
time
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- grief
- personal loss
- long-term projects
- healing
Key Concepts
Stoicism
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does patience change your perception of pain?
- What signs of hope can you notice in difficult times?
A Different Perspective
Hope may not arrive instantly; patience can be painful.