Quote by John Gillispie Magee, Jr.

Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, and danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings and while with silent lifting mind I've trod the high, untrespassed sanctity of space, put out my hand and touched the face of God.

Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, and danced the

Summary

This quote, often attributed to aviator John Gillespie Magee Jr., signifies the transcendent and euphoric feeling of surpassing the limitations of earthly existence. It captures the joy and freedom experienced when soaring above the world, accompanied by the serenity of the skies. The mention of touching the face of God implies a connection with something divine or incomprehensibly profound, emphasizing the profound spiritual experience gained from breaking the boundaries of the material world and delving into the realms beyond.

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By John Gillispie Magee, Jr.

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