Communication Quote by Stephen King
““Time flies, knells call, life passes, so hear my prayer. Birth is nothing but death begun, so hear my prayer. Death is speechless, so hear my speech. This is Jake, who served his ka and his tet. Say true. May the forgiving glance of S’mana heal his heart. Say please. May the arms of Gan raise him from the darkness of this earth. Say please. Surround him, Gan , with light. Fill him, Chloe, with strength. If he is thirsty, give him water in the clearing. If he is hungry, give him food in the clearing. May his life on this earth and the pain of his passing become as a dream to his waking soul, and let his eyes fall upon every lovely sight; let him find the friends that were lost to him, and let every one whose name he calls call his in return. This is Jake, who lived well, loved his own, and died as ka would have it. Each man owes a death. This is Jake. Give him peace.””
About This Quote
The passage is a prayerful lament that reflects on life's fleeting nature, the intertwining of birth and death, and a plea for peace and healing for the departed.
In simple terms: A poetic prayer about life, death, and seeking peace for the dead.
Key Takeaway
Seek compassion and remembrance for those who have passed.
Themes
mortality
spirituality
grief
healing
legacy
Mood
somber
reflective
hopeful
Type
prayer
eulogy
poetic
When to use this quote
- funeral rites
- memorial services
- personal reflection
- comforting the bereaved
Key Concepts
afterlife
ritual
memory
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we honor the dead while living fully?
- What rituals bring comfort in grief?
A Different Perspective
The poetic style may obscure practical guidance for coping with loss.
