Human suffering Quote by William Wordsworth
““What though the radiance which was once so bright Be now for ever taken from my sight, Though nothing can bring back the hour Of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower; We will grieve not, rather find Strength in what remains behind; In the primal sympathy Which having been must ever be; In the soothing thoughts that spring Out of human suffering; In the faith that looks through death, In years that bring the philosophic mind.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Ode: Intimations of Immortality” (1798)
The poem reflects on loss of youthful wonder yet finds comfort in enduring inner strength and philosophical acceptance of mortality
In simple terms: Loss of youthful brilliance is offset by inner resilience and philosophical peace
Key Takeaway
Embrace lingering strength after loss
Themes
loss
philosophy
acceptance
resilience
Mood
reflective
hopeful
somber
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grieving a loved one
- coping with aging
- finding meaning after trauma
Key Concepts
impermanence
spirituality
human suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner strengths remain after loss?
- How does philosophical acceptance aid grief?
A Different Perspective
Strength may wane without active reflection
