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That is how life goes--we send our children into the…

“That is how life goes--we send our children into the wilderness. Some of them on the day they are born, it seems, for all the help we can give them. Some of them seem to be a kind of wilderness unto themselves. But there must be angels there, too, and springs of water. Even that wilderness, the…” quote by Marilynne Robinson
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“That is how life goes--we send our children into the wilderness. Some of them on the day they are born, it seems, for all the help we can give them. Some of them seem to be a kind of wilderness unto themselves. But there must be angels there, too, and springs of water. Even that wilderness, the very habitation of jackals, is the Lord's.”

Marilynne Robinson

About This Quote

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

Life inevitably sends children into challenging, unknown situations, but hope and divine presence persist even in harsh environments.

In simple terms: Children face hardships, yet hope remains.

Key Takeaway

Embrace challenges with faith.

Themes

parenthood faith adversity

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • raising children
  • spiritual guidance
  • coping with loss
  • finding meaning

Key Concepts

existentialism theology resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you support children in difficult times?
  • What role does faith play in adversity?
A Different Perspective

Even in wilderness, danger and suffering exist.

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