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And when I was born, I drew in the common air, and fell…

“And when I was born, I drew in the common air, and fell upon the earth, which is of like nature; and the first voice which I uttered was crying, as all others do.” quote by Solomon Ibn Gabirol
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“And when I was born, I drew in the common air, and fell upon the earth, which is of like nature; and the first voice which I uttered was crying, as all others do.”

Solomon Ibn Gabirol

About This Quote

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

Life begins with a primal, universal cry, linking all beings to nature’s cycle.

In simple terms: Life starts with a universal cry.

Key Takeaway

Embrace our shared origins.

Themes

birth nature universality

Mood

reverent meditative

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • birth rituals
  • environmental education
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this perspective affect your view of humanity?
  • What natural cycles do you feel part of?
A Different Perspective

Modern life can feel disconnected from this origin.

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