Endless Quote by Woody Guthrie
“As I went walking That ribbon of highway I saw above me The endless skyway I saw below me The lonesome valley This land was made for you and me.”
About This Quote
Source Song: "This Land Is Your Land" (originally a folk song, 1940s)
The lyric paints a vast, open landscape, suggesting that nature’s grandeur belongs to everyone, inviting shared ownership and wonder.
In simple terms: Nature is vast and belongs to all.
Key Takeaway
Recognize shared stewardship of the earth.
Themes
nature
shared ownership
wonder
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- hiking
- road trips
- community gatherings
- environmental activism
Key Concepts
landscape
collective belonging
environmental consciousness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view change your relationship with nature?
- What responsibilities arise from shared ownership?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical responsibilities of caring for the land.
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