Have I not found a happy earth? I least should breathe a thought of pain. Would God renew me from my birth I'd almost live my life again. So sweet it seems with thee to walk, And once again to woo thee mine - It seems in after-dinner talk Across the walnuts and the wine -
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker reflects on the joy of life and relationship, wishing to relive it without pain. He finds happiness in simple domestic moments.
- In plain terms
- Life is good enough that I would live it again if I could avoid the pain.
- What can you take from it?
- Joy in simple companionship outweighs the pain of existence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Would you live your life again?
- What brings you simple joy?
Another view
The speaker idealizes life despite acknowledging pain.
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