Blossom Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
““EPITAPH ON AN INFANT Ere Sin could blight or Sorrow fade, Death came with friendly care: The opening Bud to Heaven convey’d, And bade it blossom there.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Epitaph on an Infant” (published 1829)
Even in death, gentle care and hope guide the soul toward heavenly peace.
In simple terms: Death is softened by love and hope.
Key Takeaway
Find comfort in compassionate remembrance.
Themes
mortality
hope
spirituality
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- funeral rites
- memorials
- personal loss
Key Concepts
afterlife
grief
comfort
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this epitaph shape your view of loss?
- What comfort can you draw from its imagery?
A Different Perspective
Some may find the poetic language obscure or overly sentimental.
