Borders Quote by William Empson
“Liberal hopefulness Regards death as a mere border to an improving picture.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Death of the Poet", 1935
Death is portrayed as a transition to a better, evolving existence.
In simple terms: Death is a doorway to improvement.
Embrace life knowing death leads to growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- spiritual reflection
- artistic creation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Does seeing death as a border lessen fear?
- How does this view affect living?
Some may view death as final, not hopeful.