The troubles of our proud and angry dust Are from eternity, and shall not fail. Bear them we can, and if we can we must. Shoulder the sky, my lad, and drink your ale.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Troubles are eternal and inevitable, so we must endure them and continue living.
- In plain terms
- Life always has problems, so you should bear them and keep going.
- What can you take from it?
- Endure life's difficulties with dignity and enjoy simple pleasures.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you carry heavy burdens?
- Is finding small joy enough when life is hard?
Another view
It may downplay the value of fighting systemic injustice.
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