Everything alive is part of each of us, and many things which do not move as we move are part of us. The sun is part of us, the earth, the sky, the stars, the rivers, and the oceans. All things are part of us, and we have come here to enjoy them and to thank God for them.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Saroyan describes a deep connection between humans and the natural world, suggesting everything alive and natural is part of us and deserves gratitude.
- In plain terms
- We are part of nature and should thank God for everything alive.
- What can you take from it?
- Feel connected to nature and express gratitude.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How connected do you feel to nature?
- What are you grateful for?
Another view
It assumes a spiritual view of nature that may not apply universally.
More from William Saroyan
You must remember always to give, of everything you have. You must give foolishly even. You must be extravagant. You must give to all who come into your life. …
Permalink to quote #112 Death is not an easy thing for anyone to understand, least of all a child, but every life shall one day end. But as long as we are alive, as long as we are tog…
Permalink to quote #114 Everything is changed - for you. But it is still the same, too. The loneliness you feel has come to you because you are no longer a child. But the whole world …
Permalink to quote #111
Related quotes
'I love you guys.' - Josh
Josh GrobanJosh Groban quote #4 Sweet is the breath of vernal shower, The bee's collected treasures sweet, Sweet music's melting fall, but sweeter yet The still small voice of gratitude.
Thomas GrayThomas Gray quote #11 'I love you all...I love you all very much!!'
Josh GrobanJosh Groban quote #11