Quote by Connie Dover

When we parcel heaven and fence eternity, when the wildness is all tamed and torn, don't let me live to see.

When we parcel heaven and fence eternity, when the wildness

Summary

This quote speaks to the fear of limiting and constraining the vastness and beauty of existence. It suggests that if humanity tries to confine and control everything, including the divine and infinite aspects of life, the speaker would rather not witness such a world. It highlights the importance of embracing the unknown, the untamed, and preserving the sense of wonder.

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