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“The ancestral deed is thought and done, And in a million Edens fall A million Adams drowned in darkness, For small is great and great is small, And a blind seed all.” quote by Edwin Muir
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“The ancestral deed is thought and done, And in a million Edens fall A million Adams drowned in darkness, For small is great and great is small, And a blind seed all.”

Edwin Muir

About This Quote

Human actions echo through time, creating cycles of creation and loss; greatness and humility are intertwined.

In simple terms: Our deeds echo, linking greatness and humility.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the impact of actions.

Themes

legacy humility duality

Mood

contemplative poetic

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • environmental stewardship
  • community building
  • personal growth
  • historical analysis

Key Concepts

philosophy literature spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small actions can create lasting change?
  • How does humility shape greatness?
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Interpretations may vary; poetic language can be ambiguous.

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