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“When a golden girl can win Prayer from out the lips of sin, When the barren almond bears, And a little child gives away its tears, Then shall all the house be still And peace come to Canterville.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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“When a golden girl can win Prayer from out the lips of sin, When the barren almond bears, And a little child gives away its tears, Then shall all the house be still And peace come to Canterville.”

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

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

A surreal vision of innocence and peace emerging from suffering and sacrifice.

In simple terms: Innocence brings peace after hardship.

Key Takeaway

Seek peace through compassion and sacrifice.

Themes

innocence peace sacrifice

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • grief counseling
  • community healing

Key Concepts

symbolism spiritual renewal

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the “golden girl” symbolize?
  • How can personal sacrifice foster communal peace?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations may vary; poetic language can be opaque.

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