I'm very lonely now, Mary, For the poor make no new friends; But oh they love the better still The few our Father sends!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker feels lonely, noting that the poor rarely make new friends, yet they cherish those sent by a higher power.
- In plain terms
- Loneliness is eased by valuing rare, meaningful friendships.
- What can you take from it?
- Appreciate the few close friends you have.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What qualities make a friendship valuable?
- How can you build new connections?
Another view
Assumes a religious framework not everyone shares.
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