Breaths Quote by Emily Dickinson
“Just girt me for the onset with Eternity, When breath blew back, And on the other side I heard recede the disappointed tide!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Just girt me for the onset with Eternity” (circa 1862)
Facing mortality, the poet seeks eternal comfort, confronting the inevitable tide of disappointment.
In simple terms: Seek comfort in eternity when confronting death.
Key Takeaway
Embrace timeless perspective in loss.
Themes
mortality
eternity
hope
disappointment
Mood
somber
contemplative
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- end‑of‑life planning
- creative writing
- philosophical reflection
Key Concepts
existentialism
spiritual solace
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives you hope in loss?
- How do you find meaning beyond life?
A Different Perspective
Eternity may not ease all pain.
