Baritones Quote by Anne Sexton
“Please God, we're all right here. Please leave us alone. Don't send death in his fat red suit and his ho-ho baritone.”
About This Quote
A plea to God to spare humanity from a threatening, commercialized death figure.
In simple terms: Pray for safety from harmful forces.
Key Takeaway
Seek protection from destructive influences.
Themes
faith
danger
commercialization
Mood
anxious
urgent
Type
poetic
social
When to use this quote
- health crises
- media influence
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
mythic symbols
societal fear
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern "fat red suit" threatens us?
- How can we protect vulnerable communities?
A Different Perspective
May anthropomorphize abstract threats.
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