Far or forgot to me is near; Shadow and sunlight are the same; The vanished gods to me appear; And one to me are shame and fame.

Summary

This quote suggests a perspective that transcends traditional notions of distance, duality, and the value we assign to different concepts or experiences. It implies that what may seem far or forgotten to others is still close and meaningful to the speaker. In their perception, there is no distinction between darkness and light, as they see unity in both. Additionally, what others view as extinct or irrelevant (the vanished gods) still hold presence and significance for the speaker. Lastly, the quote hints at a balanced indifference towards both shame and fame, suggesting that they hold equal weight in the eyes of the speaker.

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