Time may restore us in his course Goethe's sage mind and Byron's force; But where will Europe's latter hour Again find Wordsworth's healing power?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- While we might regain the minds of past heroes, their unique healing power may be lost forever.
- In plain terms
- We might get strong leaders again, but we may never find Wordsworth's specific comfort again.
- What can you take from it?
- Some qualities cannot be replaced by time or effort.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is something you cannot replace?
- What do you value most in leaders?
Another view
New figures might offer similar healing in different ways.
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