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In every cry of every man, In every infant's cry of fear…

“In every cry of every man, In every infant's cry of fear, In every voice, in every ban, The mind-forg'd manacles I hear.” quote by William Blake
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“In every cry of every man, In every infant's cry of fear, In every voice, in every ban, The mind-forg'd manacles I hear.”

William Blake

About This Quote

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

Human suffering is bound by self‑imposed mental restraints.

In simple terms: Mind creates its own chains.

Key Takeaway

Free your thoughts.

Themes

suffering freedom mental

Mood

somber hopeful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • social justice
  • mental health

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mental chains limit you?
  • How can society dismantle oppressive ideas?
A Different Perspective

Chains can be broken through collective action.

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