Church Quote by A. E. Housman
“Good night; ensured release, Imperishable peace, Have these for yours. * While sky and sea and land And earth's foundations stand And heaven endures. *These three lines are on the tablet over Housman's grave in the parish church at Ludlow, Shropshire, England”
About This Quote
Source Inscription: Tablet over Housman's grave, Ludlow parish church, England, early 20th century
The inscription wishes enduring peace and stability, invoking timeless natural elements as symbols of permanence.
In simple terms: Wishes for lasting peace and enduring foundations.
Key Takeaway
Seek lasting peace and stability in life.
Themes
peace
stability
nature
eternity
legacy
Mood
solemn
hopeful
Type
memorial
inspirational
When to use this quote
- funeral rites
- personal meditation
- public remembrance
Key Concepts
Poetry
memorial
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does enduring peace mean to you?
- How can natural symbols inspire personal stability?
A Different Perspective
May be interpreted as idealistic rather than realistic.
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