Break Quote by Oscar Wilde
“And thus we rust Life's iron chain Degraded and alone: And some men curse, and some men weep, And some men make no moan: But God's eternal Laws are kind And break the heart of stone”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown source, possibly a personal manuscript
The quote suggests that while human life can feel isolated and deteriorating, divine laws remain compassionate and can soften even the hardest hearts.
In simple terms: Life may feel lonely, but divine kindness can soften hearts.
Seek compassion in divine law.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal grief
- spiritual seeking
- accepting hardship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize divine compassion in hardship?
- What does a 'heart of stone' symbolize for you?
Divine kindness may not be evident in all suffering.