And where may hide what came and loved our clay? as the Poet asked finely.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The quote asks where the beloved source of life might be hidden.
- In plain terms
- Where is the source that loved and created us?
- What can you take from it?
- Reflect on the origin of love and existence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who or what created you?
- Where does love come from?
Another view
The metaphor of clay and love is open to interpretation.
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