River Quote by Archibald MacLeish
“They also live Who swerve and vanish in the river.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The River by Archibald MacLeish, 1925
People drift and disappear like objects caught in a current, emphasizing life's impermanence.
In simple terms: Life is fleeting like a river.
Accept change and stay present.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- reflection
- acceptance
- mindfulness
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay grounded when life feels fluid?
- What do you let go of?
Even if we try, we cannot control the river's flow.