Done Quote by Walt Whitman
“You have not known what you are--you have slumber'd upon yourself all your life; Your eye-lids have been the same as closed most of the time; What you have done returns already in mockeries; Your thrift, knowledge, prayers, if they do not return in mockeries, what is their return? The mockeries are not you; Underneath them, and within them, I see you lurk;”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Leaves of Grass, 1855
It reflects on self‑ignorance, the hidden self beneath superficial actions, and the futility of material pursuits.
In simple terms: We often ignore our true selves.
Key Takeaway
Explore inner depth.
Themes
selfdiscovery
illusion
materialism
Mood
introspective
poetic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- meditation
- creative writing
- therapy
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What parts of yourself are hidden?
- How do you confront your mockeries?
A Different Perspective
The language is obscure, limiting accessibility.
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