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Chanting Quote by Emily Dickinson

“Bind me-I still can sing- Banish-my mandolin Strikes true within- Slay-and my Soul shall rise Chanting to Paradise- Still thine.” quote by Emily Dickinson
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““Bind me-I still can sing- Banish-my mandolin Strikes true within- Slay-and my Soul shall rise Chanting to Paradise- Still thine.””

Emily Dickinson

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Bind me—still can sing—Banish—my mandolin…” (published 1890)

The speaker seeks spiritual ascent, shedding earthly ties to rise toward paradise.

In simple terms: Seek spiritual freedom beyond material binds.

Key Takeaway

Aim for inner transcendence.

Themes

spirituality freedom art poetry

Mood

contemplative lyful

Type

literary spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal meditation
  • creative writing
  • religious practice
  • artistic expression

Key Concepts

transcendence inner conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “mandolin” symbolize?
  • How does singing represent liberation?
A Different Perspective

Interpretation varies widely.

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