I built my soul a lordly pleasure-house, Wherein at ease for aye to dwell. I said, 'O Soul, make merry and carouse, Dear soul, for all is well.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker describes building a comfortable life for the soul and declaring everything is well. It suggests complacency or self-satisfaction.
- In plain terms
- I built a happy home for my soul and said that everything is fine.
- What can you take from it?
- Comfort can lead to a sense that all is well.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is comfort enough for the soul?
- What does a pleasure-house look like?
Another view
It may overlook external suffering or deeper issues.
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