Approach Quote by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
“Why dost thou shrink from my approach, O Man? Why dost thou ever flee in fear, and cling To my false rival, Life? I do but bring Thee rest and calm. Then wherefore dost thou ban And curse me? Since the forming of God's plan I have not hurt or harmed a mortal thing, I have bestowed sweet balm for every sting, And peace eternal for earth's stormy span.”
About This Quote
The speaker challenges humanity’s fear of death, asserting that death offers peace and relief rather than harm, and questions why people cling to life despite its suffering.
In simple terms: Death as a peaceful release
Key Takeaway
Death is a balm, not a foe
Themes
mortality
fear
peace
acceptance
transcendence
Mood
reflective
somber
hopeful
Type
philosophical
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- grieving a loss
- facing terminal illness
- contemplating existential dread
- seeking solace after trauma
Key Concepts
death
life
suffering
relief
Practical Applications
- counseling on end‑of‑life decisions
- philosophical writing on mortality
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to view death as a comfort?
- How might embracing death change our relationship with life?
