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“Nothing begins, and nothing ends, That is not paid with moan; For we are born in others pain And perish in our own.” quote by Francis Thompson
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“Nothing begins, and nothing ends, That is not paid with moan; For we are born in others pain And perish in our own.”

Francis Thompson

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Dark Angel", Francis Thompson, 1915

Life is intertwined with others' suffering; we both give and receive pain, highlighting shared human experience.

In simple terms: We share in each other's pain.

Key Takeaway

Recognize mutual suffering.

Themes

suffering interconnectedness humanity compassion

Mood

somber thoughtful

Type

poetic reflective

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • community building
  • grief support
  • social work

Key Concepts

Existentialism shared destiny empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we transform shared pain into collective healing?
  • What role does compassion play in alleviating suffering?
A Different Perspective

May lead to fatalism if not balanced with hope.

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