O that our souls could scale a height like this, A mighty…
“O that our souls could scale a height like this, A mighty mountain swept o'er by the bleak Keen winds of heaven; and, standing on that peak Above the blinding clouds of prejudice, Would we could see all truly as it is; The calm eternal truth would keep us meek.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The poet wishes to rise above prejudice to see truth plainly, hoping humility follows.
In simple terms: Seek truth beyond bias and stay humble.
Climb above bias, see truth, stay meek.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- social justice
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you rise above your own biases?
- What practices keep you humble?
Truth may be distorted by personal limits.