Crying Quote by W.E.B. Du Bois
““All life long crying without avail, As the water all night long is crying to me.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Souls of Black Folk”, 1903
Persistent sorrow reflects a deep, unending yearning for relief that never arrives.
In simple terms: Endless crying shows unfulfilled longing.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address the source of persistent grief.
Themes
sorrow
longing
inequality
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- civil rights activism
- personal reflection
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
existential pain
social injustice
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the water symbolize?
- How can one transform sorrow into action?
A Different Perspective
The quote may romanticize suffering without offering solutions.
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