Children Quote by Pearl S. Buck
““Out of the woman's great brown breast the milk gushed forth for the child, milk as white as snow, and when the child suckled at the one breast it flowed like a fountain from the other, ans she let it flow. There was more than enough for the child, greedy though he was, life enough for many children, and she let it flow out carelessly, conscious of her abundance. There was always more. Sometimes she lifted her breast and let it flow out upon the ground to save her clothing, and it sank into the earth and made a soft, dark, rich spot in the field. The child fat and good-natured and ate of the inexhaustible life his mother gave him.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Good Earth, Pearl S. Buck, 1931
The excerpt celebrates a mother’s abundant, selfless nourishment, symbolizing endless generosity and life-giving love.
In simple terms: A mother’s endless giving represents boundless generosity and life.
Key Takeaway
Embrace and share generosity like a nurturing mother.
Themes
motherhood
generosity
abundance
life
nurture
Mood
inspirational
warm
thoughtful
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- parenting
- community support
- environmental stewardship
- philanthropy
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
symbolism
maternal love
sustainability
fertility
care
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we emulate selfless giving in daily life?
- What are the limits of endless generosity?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may romanticize scarcity and ignore real limits of resources.
