Born Quote by Laura Nyro
“My troubles are many They're deep as a well I swear there ain't no Heaven And I pray there ain't no hell But I'll never know by living only my dying will tell. And when I die and when I'm gone There'll be, one child born And a world to carry on, to carry on.”
About This Quote
Source Song: “Stoned Soul Picnic” (1970) by Laura Nyro
The lyric reflects existential uncertainty, questioning afterlife and finding meaning through legacy and future generations.
In simple terms: Life’s meaning may lie beyond personal existence.
Key Takeaway
Focus on what you leave behind.
Themes
existential
legacy
hope
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- writing
- community building
- philanthropy
Key Concepts
mortality
meaning
legacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What legacy do you wish to create?
- How do you find purpose without belief in an afterlife?
A Different Perspective
It assumes a linear legacy, ignoring those without descendants.
