Accidents Quote by Anonymous
“For when down on the knees The man (or god) stretches the arms In giving, It is no accident the hands Are curled like bowls or cups, For he offers self, yet Begs it back again.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Offering” 2020, literary magazine
A kneeling figure offers self‑service, yet the act is both giving and demanding, symbolizing reciprocal sacrifice.
In simple terms: Giving self, yet receiving back.
Key Takeaway
Balance giving and receiving.
Themes
sacrifice
reciprocity
humility
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- rituals
- volunteering
- personal growth
Key Concepts
spiritual offering
self‑lessness
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you truly give?
- How do you receive in return?
A Different Perspective
Self‑sacrifice can lead to burnout.
![“You have two choices, [Plouffe] told Obama. You can stay in the Senate, enjoy your weekends at home, take regular vacations, and have a lovely time with your family. Or you can run for president, have your whole life poked at and pried into, almost never see your family, travel incessantly, bang…” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9c6/anonymous-1_bangs_you-have-two-choices-plouffe-told-obama_560078.jpg)
