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“Hunger in the midnight, hunger at the stroke of noon Hunger in the banquet, hunger in the bride and groom Hunger on the TV, hunger on the printed page And there's a God-sized hunger underneath the questions of the age” quote by Jackson Browne
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“Hunger in the midnight, hunger at the stroke of noon Hunger in the banquet, hunger in the bride and groom Hunger on the TV, hunger on the printed page And there's a God-sized hunger underneath the questions of the age”

Jackson Browne

About This Quote

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

Describes pervasive, varied hunger—physical, emotional, spiritual—suggesting an underlying existential yearning.

In simple terms: Hunger appears in many forms, hinting at deeper longing.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address deeper needs.

Themes

desire existential spirituality

Mood

melancholic introspective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • creative work
  • relationships
  • media consumption

Key Concepts

hunger longing human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What deeper hunger drives you?
  • How can you satisfy spiritual hunger?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on hunger may overlook contentment or gratitude.

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