Communication Quote by Robert Frost
“Something there is that doesn't love a wall, and wants it down.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Mending Wall", 1914
A wall symbolizes barriers that resist natural dissolution, yet human desire pushes to dismantle them.
In simple terms: Walls resist but humans want them down.
Question and challenge unnecessary barriers.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we build walls?
- When is a wall necessary?
Some walls protect safety and order.