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.” The words drifted away into the haze of green and gold. Roland let them, then set upon the rest. He spoke more quickly now. “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
Source Novel: The Dark Tower VII: The Dark Tower, 2012
The passage reflects on mortality, prayer, and the hope for peace and remembrance after death.
In simple terms: Death is inevitable; prayers seek comfort and memory.
Key Takeaway
Offer compassion and remembrance to the departed.
Themes
mortality
prayer
remembrance
afterlife
compassion
Mood
somber
reflective
hopeful
Type
eulogy
ritual
spiritual
When to use this quote
- funeral rites
- memorial services
- personal reflection
- comforting the bereaved
Key Concepts
spirituality
ritual
memory
grief
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor those who have passed?
- What role does prayer play in coping with loss?
A Different Perspective
May not bring closure for all; cultural differences affect interpretation.
