Quote by Robert Frost

Before I built a wall I'd ask to know What I was walling in or walling out, And to whom I was like to give offence. Something there is that doesn't love a wall, That wants it down.

Before I built a wall I'd ask to know What I was walling in

Summary

This quote by Robert Frost reflects on the significance of walls and urges thoughtful consideration before constructing them. It reaffirms the importance of understanding the purpose and potential consequences of segregating ourselves from others. Frost suggests that an innate force exists within humanity, a deep desire for connection and unity, which resists the barriers created by walls. This quote encourages us to reflect on the need for empathy and understanding, urging us to question the barriers we build and consider the potential harm they may cause, emphasizing the power of breaking down walls for a more harmonious coexistence.

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By Robert Frost

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