Blindfold Quote by Dinah Maria Murlock Craik
“The irrevocable Hand That opes the year's fair gate, doth ope and shut The portals of our earthly destinies; We walk through blindfold, and the noiseless doors Close after us, for ever.”
About This Quote
The hand that opens life's gate also closes it; we walk blindly, and doors close behind us forever.
In simple terms: Life's opportunities are fleeting and irreversible.
Key Takeaway
Live consciously, aware of impermanence.
Themes
impermanence
destiny
awareness
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- personal milestones
- spiritual practice
- ethical choices
Key Concepts
philosophy of time
existentialism
human agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you choose which doors to open?
- What does walking blindfolded symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective
We cannot see the doors we close.
