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“O, it's die we must, but it's live we can, And the marvel of earth and sun Is all for the joy of woman and man And the longing that makes them one." (Between the Dusk of a Summer Night, 13-16)” quote by William Ernest Henley
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“O, it's die we must, but it's live we can, And the marvel of earth and sun Is all for the joy of woman and man And the longing that makes them one." (Between the Dusk of a Summer Night, 13-16)”

William Ernest Henley

About This Quote

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

Life and death are intertwined; joy arises from love and shared longing.

In simple terms: Life and death coexist; love brings joy.

Key Takeaway

Embrace both life's fleeting and lasting moments.

Themes

love existence duality

Mood

poetic reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • artistic creation
  • grieving processes
  • celebrations of life

Key Concepts

existentialism romanticism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does love teach us about mortality?
  • How can we find joy amid life's impermanence?
A Different Perspective

Balancing mortality with joy can be challenging.

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