Death Quote by Algernon Charles Swinburne
““From too much love of living From hope and fear set free, We thank with brief thanksgiving Whatever gods may be That no life lives for ever; That dead men rise up never; That even the weariest river Winds somewhere safe to sea. Then star nor sun shall waken, Nor any change of light: Nor sound of waters shaken, Nor any sound or sight: Nor wintry leaves nor vernal, Nor days nor things diurnal; Only the sleep eternal In an eternal night.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Sleep Eternal” by Algernon Charles Swinburne, 1866
The poem reflects on life's transience, the inevitability of death, and the ultimate peace found in eternal rest, contrasting fleeting earthly concerns with timeless stillness.
In simple terms: Life is brief; death brings lasting peace.
Key Takeaway
Embrace mortality, seek inner calm.
Themes
mortality
transience
peace
existentialism
Mood
somber
contemplative
Type
poetic
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- philosophical reflection
- creative writing
- spiritual meditation
Key Concepts
nihilism
eternal rest
nature cycles
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging death change daily priorities?
- What comforts you in the idea of eternal rest?
A Different Perspective
The view may overlook the value of life's fleeting joys.
