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“Who hail thee, Man! the pilgrim of the day, spouse of the worm, and brother of the clay.” quote by Thomas Campbell
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“Who hail thee, Man! the pilgrim of the day, spouse of the worm, and brother of the clay.”

Thomas Campbell

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Pilgrim” (1992)

The poem calls humanity to recognize its earthly origins, humility, and shared destiny as part of the cosmos.

In simple terms: We are humble, earthly beings.

Key Takeaway

Remember our shared humanity.

Themes

humility existence unity

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

poetic spiritual

When to use this quote

  • environmental activism
  • spiritual practice
  • community building

Key Concepts

cosmic perspective anthropology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility guide your choices?
  • What does “spider of the day” symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective

May overlook individual agency.

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