Astronomy Quote by Margaret Atwood
““We dangle by a flimsy thread, Our little lives are grains of sand: The Cosmos is a tiny sphere Held in the hollow of God's hand. Give up your anger and your spite, And imitate the Deer, the Tree; In sweet Forgiveness find your joy, For it alone can set you free.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Cosmos” (author’s collection), date unknown
The poem likens human life to tiny grains held in a divine hand, urging forgiveness and humility for freedom from anger.
In simple terms: Life is small and held by God; forgiveness brings joy.
Key Takeaway
Embrace forgiveness to find peace.
Themes
humility
forgiveness
spirituality
freedom
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- conflict resolution
- spiritual practice
- daily stress
Key Concepts
theology
existentialism
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice forgiveness without ignoring accountability?
- What does “imitate the Deer” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Forgiveness alone may not resolve systemic injustices.
