Small things I handled and caressed and loved. I let the stars assume the whole of night. But the big answers clamoured to be moved Into my life. Their great audacity Shouted to be acknowledged and believed.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker contrasts small personal joys with grand, overwhelming truths demanding attention.
- In plain terms
- I loved small things but big truths need to be noticed.
- What can you take from it?
- Great truths demand attention over small comforts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do big truths overwhelm small joys?
- When do you notice grand truths?
Another view
It may undervalue simple daily pleasures.
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