Must helpless man, in ignorance sedate, Roll darkling down the torrent of his fate?

Summary

This quote questions whether humans, despite their vulnerability and lack of knowledge, are inevitably carried along by the unpredictable and often harsh currents of their destiny. It suggests that people may be powerless to control the outcome of their lives or fully understand the circumstances they find themselves in. The use of the term "darkling" suggests a sense of blindness or confusion, emphasizing the notion that individuals often face their fate with little awareness or understanding.

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