--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: But till we are built like angels, with…" description: "\"But till we are built like angels, with hammer and chisel and pen, we will work for ourself and a woman, forever and ever, Amen.\" — Rudyard Kipling" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d50/rudyard-kipling-527_amen_but-till-we-are-built-like-angels-with-h_2859903.png" --- # But till we are built like angels, with hammer and chisel… ![“But till we are built like angels, with hammer and chisel and pen, we will work for ourself and a woman, forever and ever, Amen.” quote by Rudyard Kipling](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d50/rudyard-kipling-527_amen_but-till-we-are-built-like-angels-with-h_2859903.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d50/rudyard-kipling-527_amen_but-till-we-are-built-like-angels-with-h_2859903.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d50/rudyard-kipling-527_amen_but-till-we-are-built-like-angels-with-h_2859903.png) > “But till we are built like angels, with hammer and chisel and pen, we will work for ourself and a woman, forever and ever, Amen.” [Rudyard Kipling](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/rudyard-kipling/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Human creativity and labor are driven by divine-like tools, yet remain bound to personal and relational duties. **In simple terms:** We work with tools, but also for ourselves and others. Key Takeaway Recognize the balance between creation and responsibility. Themes creativity labor relationships Mood reflective thoughtful Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - artistic creation - personal relationships - family dynamics Key Concepts mythology human nature responsibility Questions to Reflect On - How do tools shape our purpose? - What responsibilities arise from our creations? 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