A star looks down at me, And says: 'Here I and you Stand each in our degree: What do you mean to do,- Mean to do?'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker feels watched by a star that questions his purpose and future actions.
- In plain terms
- A star seems to ask what you plan to do with your life.
- What can you take from it?
- Nature prompts self-reflection on purpose.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is your purpose?
- Who watches you?
Another view
Stars cannot actually speak or question human intent.
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