Doubt Quote by Walt Whitman
“I am not to speak to you, I am to think of you when I sit alone or wake at night alone, I am to wait, I do not doubt I am to meet you again, I am to see to it that I do not lose you.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Leaves of Grass, 1855
The speaker expresses longing and devotion, promising to keep the beloved in thought and protect the bond.
In simple terms: Love persists through solitude and waiting.
Key Takeaway
Hold loved ones in mind and protect the relationship.
Themes
love
loneliness
devotion
Mood
reflective
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- nighttime reflection
- long-distance relationships
- personal meditation
Key Concepts
romanticism
spiritual connection
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance longing with action?
- What practices keep love alive when apart?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing devotion may ignore practical relationship needs.
