Age Quote by Peter Porter
“We cannot know what John of Leyden felt Under the Bishop 's tongs - we can only Walk in temperate London, our educated city, Wishing to cry as freely as they did who died In the Age of Faith. We have our loneliness And our regret with which to build an eschatology.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Age of Faith" (excerpt), 1975
The poet reflects on historical religious fervor, contrasting it with modern, measured life, feeling loneliness and yearning for profound expression.
In simple terms: Modern life feels tame compared to past faith intensity.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper meaning beyond routine.
Themes
history
loneliness
faith
modernity
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- counseling
Key Concepts
existentialism
nostalgia
spiritual yearning
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of past faith inspire you?
- How can you find depth in today's world?
A Different Perspective
Romanticizing the past may overlook its hardships.
