Quote by George Eliot

Fate has carried me'Mid the thick arrows: I will keep my stand--Not shrink and let the shaft pass by my breastTo pierce another.

Fate has carried me'Mid the thick arrows: I will keep my sta

Summary

This quote expresses the idea that fate has brought the speaker into a situation where they are faced with adversity and danger, symbolized by the "thick arrows." However, the speaker is determined to stand strong and not back down or allow harm to come to others instead of them. This implies a sense of courage, resilience, and selflessness as the speaker acknowledges their responsibility to face the challenges head-on and protect others from harm.

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