Man was made for joy and woe, And when this we rightly know Through the world we safely go.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Accepting life's emotional range allows one to navigate the world safely.
- In plain terms
- Knowing joy and sorrow helps you move through life safely.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace both joy and sorrow.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do sorrow and joy guide us?
Another view
It simplifies the complexity of navigating life safely.
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