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Burden Quote by Rabindranath Tagore

“Leave out my name from the gift if it be a burden, but keep my song.” quote by Rabindranath Tagore
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“Leave out my name from the gift if it be a burden, but keep my song.”

Rabindranath Tagore

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unnamed Song, Rabindranath Tagore, early 20th century

The speaker asks to remove personal identification from a gift if it burdens, yet wants the song to remain as a lasting expression of self.

In simple terms: Remove name if heavy, keep the song

Key Takeaway

Preserve essence without ego

Themes

humility legacy identity

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • gift giving
  • personal branding
  • memorials
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

selflessness artistic expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can art convey identity without explicit names?
  • What does “song” symbolize here?
A Different Perspective

The song may still carry personal imprint despite anonymity.

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