Bring me an axe and spade, Bring me a winding-sheet; When…
“Bring me an axe and spade, Bring me a winding-sheet; When I my grave have made Let winds and tempests beat: Then down I'll lie as cold as clay. True love doth pass away!”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A desire for a simple burial and a wish for love to endure beyond death.
In simple terms: Want a modest grave and lasting love.
Key Takeaway
Accept mortality while seeking enduring affection.
Themes
mortality
love
legacy
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- funeral planning
- grief counseling
- relationship closure
Key Concepts
impermanence
spirituality
acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “true love” mean to you?
- How do you balance love with acceptance of death?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing love may ignore practical realities.