Quote by Kahlil Gibran

I am the lover's gift; I am the wedding wreath;I am the memory of a moment of happiness;I am the last gift of the living to the dead;I am a part of joy and a part of sorrow.

I am the lover's gift; I am the wedding wreath;I am the memo

Summary

This quote expresses the multifaceted nature of the speaker's identity and significance. They acknowledge that they represent various emotions and moments experienced by people. Claiming to be the lover's gift and the wedding wreath symbolizes the joy and celebration associated with love. Furthermore, they are seen as a memorial, the last gift given by the living to the deceased, alluding to their connection with loss and grief. Ultimately, they assert that they are intertwined with both happiness and sorrow, emphasizing their complex and deeply intertwined role in human experiences.

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By Kahlil Gibran

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