Fare thee well! and if forever, Still forever, fare thee well: Even though unforgiving, never 'Gainst thee shall my heart rebel.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Farewell forever, yet my heart will never rebel against you, even if unforgiving.
- In plain terms
- I say goodbye forever, but my heart won’t fight you.
- What can you take from it?
- Love can persist despite endless parting.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can love survive an eternal goodbye?
- What does it mean for a heart not to rebel?
Another view
The phrasing is contradictory, mixing finality with ongoing affection.
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