So I fancy my Muse says, when I wish to die, Oh no, Oh no, we are not yet friends enough, And Virtue also says: We are not yet friends enough.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Muse and Virtue say not to die because they aren't friends enough yet.
- In plain terms
- Don't die yet; we aren't friends enough.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay alive to deepen relationships.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What keeps you alive?
- Is friendship enough?
Another view
It implies friendship is the only reason to live.
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