Then said another -- "Surely not in vain My Substance from…
““Then said another -- "Surely not in vain My Substance from the common Earth was ta'en, That He who subtly wrought me into Shape Should stamp me back to common Earth again.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, 12th‑century Persian poetry
The speaker reflects on mortality, fearing that after death the body returns to earth, questioning divine purpose.
In simple terms: Life ends, body returns to earth, questioning divine purpose
Key Takeaway
Contemplate life's purpose and legacy.
Themes
mortality
spirituality
humility
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- funeral rites
- personal reflection
- philosophical debate
Key Concepts
existentialism
theology
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does returning to earth mean for your values?
- How do you find meaning beyond physical existence?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the possibility of an afterlife or spiritual continuity.