Nature, with equal mind, Sees all her sons at play Sees man control the wind, The wind sweep man away.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Nature watches humans play and control things until it eventually sweeps them away.
- In plain terms
- Nature lets us think we are in control until it takes us away.
- What can you take from it?
- Nature has the final say over human control.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What forces are beyond your control?
- How do you relate to nature?
Another view
Humans can adapt to and survive some natural forces.
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