Forget not yet the tried intent Of such a truth as I have meant; My great travail so gladly spent, Forget not yet!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker urges not to forget the intent behind their truthful efforts and hard work, emphasizing their dedication.
- In plain terms
- Do not forget my truth and hard work.
- What can you take from it?
- Remember the effort behind the truth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What efforts deserve remembrance?
- How do we honor truth?
Another view
It assumes others value the speaker's intent.
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