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“The pilot of the Galilean lake; Two massy keys he bore, of metals twain (The golden opes, the iron shuts amain).” quote by John Milton
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“The pilot of the Galilean lake; Two massy keys he bore, of metals twain (The golden opes, the iron shuts amain).”

John Milton

About This Quote

Source Poem: Paradise Lost, Book V, 1667

The pilot of the Galilean lake symbolizes dual keys—golden and iron—representing choices between openness and closure.

In simple terms: Two keys symbolize open versus closed choices.

Key Takeaway

Choose openness over restriction.

Themes

choice symbolism freedom

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • political policies
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

dualism authority decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does each key represent for you?
  • How do you balance openness with necessary boundaries?
A Different Perspective

Complexity of choices can be overwhelming.

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