Quote by Emily Dickinson

Parting is all we know of heaven and all we need of hell.

Parting is all we know of heaven and all we need of hell.

Summary

This quote suggests that the pain of separation and saying goodbye to loved ones is often the only experience we have of heaven's blissful existence. Conversely, the anguish of separation and loss can feel like an embodiment of the torment of hell. In essence, it highlights the emotional intensity of both joy and suffering that can come from the act of parting with someone dear, illustrating how these intense experiences can shape our perception of heaven and hell.

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