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Day and night Quote by Guillaume de Salluste Du Bartas

“In every hedge and ditch both day and night We fear our death, of every leafe affright.” quote by Guillaume de Salluste Du Bartas
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“In every hedge and ditch both day and night We fear our death, of every leafe affright.”

Guillaume de Salluste Du Bartas

About This Quote

Source Poem: La Semaine, 1578

Both day and night, in every hidden place, we are haunted by the fear of death.

In simple terms: Death haunts us constantly.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge mortality.

Themes

mortality fear nature

Mood

somber reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • night walks
  • philosophical discussion
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

existentialism poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this fear shape your life?
  • What can you do to live despite it?
A Different Perspective

Fear can paralyze action.

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