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“Will the veiled sister pray for Those who walk in darkness, who chose thee and oppose thee, Those who are torn on the horn between season and season, time and time, between Hour and hour, word and word, power and power, those who wait In darkness? Will the veiled sister pray For children at the…” quote by T.S. Eliot
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““Will the veiled sister pray for Those who walk in darkness, who chose thee and oppose thee, Those who are torn on the horn between season and season, time and time, between Hour and hour, word and word, power and power, those who wait In darkness? Will the veiled sister pray For children at the gate Who will not go away and cannot pray: Pray for those who chose and oppose””

T.S. Eliot

About This Quote

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

The verses invoke a veiled sister praying for those in darkness, reflecting on conflict, time, and the need for compassion amidst struggle.

In simple terms: Prayer for those in darkness and conflict.

Key Takeaway

Offer compassion to those in hardship.

Themes

compassion conflict spirituality time darkness

Mood

somber hopeful

Type

spiritual poetic

When to use this quote

  • social work
  • mental health
  • community support
  • interfaith dialogue

Key Concepts

mysticism poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who are the “veiled sisters” in modern society?
  • How can we act beyond prayer to aid those in darkness?
A Different Perspective

Prayer alone may not resolve systemic issues.

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