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In the sweat of thy face thou shalt eat bread, Till thou…

“In the sweat of thy face thou shalt eat bread, Till thou return unto the ground; for thou Out of the ground wast taken; know thy birth, For dust thou art, and shalt to dust return.” quote by John Milton
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“In the sweat of thy face thou shalt eat bread, Till thou return unto the ground; for thou Out of the ground wast taken; know thy birth, For dust thou art, and shalt to dust return.”

John Milton

About This Quote

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

Human mortality is inevitable; we return to dust, reminding us of our humble origins and the cycle of life.

In simple terms: We all die and become dust.

Key Takeaway

Live humbly, accept mortality.

Themes

mortality humility origin

Mood

somber thoughtful

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • funeral rites
  • philosophical contemplation
  • education on life cycles

Key Concepts

transience spirituality humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this shape your daily choices?
  • What legacy do you wish to leave?
A Different Perspective

Some find comfort in legacy beyond dust.

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