Quote by Bob Dylan

I've been up the mountain and I had a choice. Should I come down? So I came down. God said, Okay, you've been up on the mountain, now you go down. You're on your own, free. Check in later, but now you're on your own.

I've been up the mountain and I had a choice. Should I come

Summary

This quote exemplifies the idea of reaching a certain level of spiritual or personal enlightenment. The speaker reaches the metaphorical "mountain" and faces a pivotal decision on whether to stay or to descend. They ultimately choose to come back down, symbolizing their acceptance of earthly responsibilities and challenges. The phrase "on your own, free" suggests that the speaker is now empowered and independent, but there is still the expectation to reconnect with a higher power in due time. Overall, it emphasizes the journey of personal growth and self-discovery, marked by a transformative choice.

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