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“It is right it should be so: Man was made for joy and woe; And when this we rightly know Through the world we safely go.” quote by William Blake
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““It is right it should be so: Man was made for joy and woe; And when this we rightly know Through the world we safely go.””

William Blake

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Marriage of Heaven and Hell", 1790

Human nature includes both joy and sorrow; understanding this guides safe passage through life.

In simple terms: Life has joy and sorrow; knowing this helps us navigate.

Key Takeaway

Embrace both emotions.

Themes

human nature joy woe

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • grief
  • celebration
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

philosophy emotion existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance joy and sorrow?
  • What does “safe passage” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on joy can ignore pain.

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