Beings Quote by Rabindranath Tagore
““The world into which I have tumbled is peopled with strange beings. They are always busy erecting walls and rules round themselves, and how careful they are with their curtains lest they should see! It is a wonder to me they have not made drab covers for flowering plants and put up a canopy to ward off the moon. If the next life is determined by the desires of this, then I should be reborn from our enshrouded planet into some free and open realm of joy.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Crescent Moon by Rabindranath Tagore, 1913
The poet describes a world of strange beings building walls and rules, yearning for a free, open realm of joy beyond material constraints.
In simple terms: People create barriers, longing for a freer existence.
Key Takeaway
Seek openness and joy beyond constraints.
Themes
freedom
creativity
existence
joy
Mood
hopeful
contemplative
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- social reform
- personal growth
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
philosophy
poetry
environmentalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance freedom with necessary structure?
- What would a truly open realm look like?
A Different Perspective
Walls can also provide safety and order.
