Quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Ships that pass in the night, and speak each other in passing, only a signal shown, and a distant voice in the darkness; So on the ocean of life, we pass and speak one another, only a look and a voice, then darkness again and a silence.

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Summary

This quote portrays the transient nature of human connections and interactions. It compares people to ships passing each other in the night, with brief moments of communication before they disappear into darkness again. Just like ships at sea, individuals cross paths in the journey of life, exchanging mere signals, distant voices, looks, and voices, but eventually reentering their own worlds of silence. The quote emphasizes the fleeting nature of encounters and reminds us of the brief yet impactful connections we make as we navigate through life.

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