And now, as I close my task, subduing my desire to linger yet, these faces fade away. But one face, shining on me like a Heavenly light by which I see all other objects, is above them and beyond them all. And that remains.I turn my head, and see it, in its beautiful serenity, beside me.My lamp burns low, and I have written far into the night; but the dear presence, without which I were nothing, bears me company.O Agnes, O my soul, so may thy face be by me when I close my life indeed; so may I, when realities are melting from me, like the shadows which I now dismiss, still find thee near me, pointing upward!

Summary

This quote portrays a deep and passionate emotion towards someone named Agnes. The speaker acknowledges that as they conclude their current task and bid farewell to various faces in their life, there is one face that remains prominent. This face is described as a heavenly light, surpassing all other objects and bringing serenity to the speaker. Despite the late hour and the fading realities, the beloved presence of Agnes offers comfort and guidance. The speaker hopes that Agnes will continue to be with them until the end of their days, guiding them towards a higher purpose even in the face of uncertainty and fading realities.

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