Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

God's finger touched him and he slept.

God's finger touched him and he slept.

Summary

This quote suggests that the person referenced in the statement has found eternal rest or peace, possibly through divine intervention. The image of God gently touching the individual with their finger conveys a sense of comfort and tranquility, indicating that their passing or slumber has been embraced by a higher power. Overall, the quote evokes a notion of a peaceful death or a deep and undisturbed sleep.

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Death

By Alfred Lord Tennyson

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