Be embraced, ye millions! This kiss is for the whole world! Brothers, above the arch of stars A loving Father surely dwells.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker invites all humanity to share in a universal embrace and divine love.
- In plain terms
- Everyone should feel loved by a divine Father above the stars.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace unity and universal love as a shared human experience.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define universal brotherhood?
- What does a loving Father mean to you?
Another view
The poem assumes a specific religious view that may not resonate with non-religious readers.
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