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Celebration Quote by N. Scott Momaday

“If coupling should but make us whole / And of the selfsame mind and soul, / Then couple let's in celebration; / We have contained the population.” quote by N. Scott Momaday
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““If coupling should but make us whole / And of the selfsame mind and soul, / Then couple let's in celebration; / We have contained the population.””

N. Scott Momaday

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Man Who Fell From Earth, 1971

The quote suggests that true partnership merges minds and souls, creating unity and celebrating shared existence, which in turn sustains humanity.

In simple terms: Partnership unites minds and souls, sustaining humanity.

Key Takeaway

Seek deep, soul‑level connections.

Themes

unity relationship humanity

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • collaborative projects
  • community building

Key Concepts

dualism collective identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does merging identities affect personal growth?
  • What boundaries protect self within partnership?
A Different Perspective

May overlook individual needs in pursuit of unity.

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