Farewell, farewell! but this I tell To thee, thou…
““Farewell, farewell! but this I tell To thee, thou Wedding-Guest! He prayeth well, who loveth well Both man and bird and beast. He prayeth best, who loveth best All things both great and small; For the dear God who loveth us He made and loveth all.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage urges universal love and compassion for all beings, suggesting that true prayer is loving everything, great or small.
In simple terms: Love all creatures as a form of prayer.
Practice kindness toward every living thing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- environmental activism
- animal welfare
- interpersonal relationships
- community service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show love to those you rarely notice?
- What does loving all things mean in daily life?
It may overlook practical limits of caring for every being equally.