Poetry Quote by Anonymous
“This be the verse you grave for me: Here he lies where he longed to be; Home is the sailor, home from the sea, And the hunter home from the hill.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, possibly 19th‑century elegy
A sailor longs for death, finding peace at the end of his journey, returning home after a life at sea and hunting.
In simple terms: A sailor finds peace after death.
Key Takeaway
Embrace life's end with acceptance.
Themes
death
home
peace
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
elegiac
contemplative
When to use this quote
- funeral rites
- military burial
- personal reflection
- end‑of‑life counseling
Key Concepts
mortality
restoration
journey
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “home” mean to you after a long journey?
- How can we honor those who have passed?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the value of life before death.
