In a murderous time/the heart breaks and breaks/and lives…
“In a murderous time/the heart breaks and breaks/and lives by breaking.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
In times of violence, hearts repeatedly break, yet life persists through continual suffering.
In simple terms: Violence shatters hearts, but life endures.
Find resilience amid repeated heartbreak.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict zones
- personal loss
- mental health support
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can one find meaning after repeated loss?
- How does repeated breaking shape identity?
Repeated trauma can lead to numbness or despair.