Death is only an old door Set in a garden wall; On quiet…
“Death is only an old door Set in a garden wall; On quiet hinges it gives, at dusk When the thrushes call. Along the lintel are green leaves, Beyond, the light lies still; Very weary and willing feet Go over that sill. There is nothing to trouble any heart; Nothing to hurt at all. Death is only an old door In a garden wall.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Uses garden imagery to portray death as a gentle, natural transition rather than something to fear.
In simple terms: Death is a calm doorway.
Key Takeaway
Embrace death as a natural part of life.
Themes
mortality
nature
peace
Mood
tranquil
solemn
Type
reflective
poetic
When to use this quote
- grieving
- funeral planning
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
Existentialism
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does nature help you accept mortality?
- What rituals bring comfort at life's end?
A Different Perspective
Some may view death as terrifying.