Quote by Henry Vaughan

Man hath still either toys or care: But hath no root, nor to one place is tied, but ever restless and irregular, about this earth doth run and ride. He knows he hath a home, but scarce knows where He says it is so far, that he has quite forgot how to go there.

Man hath still either toys or care: But hath no root, nor to

Summary

This quote highlights the restless and wandering nature of humanity. It suggests that man is easily distracted by toys or preoccupied with worries. Although he acknowledges the existence of a home, he has lost his sense of direction and forgotten how to return to it. The quote symbolizes the human tendency to constantly seek new experiences or chase after transient pleasures, often at the expense of a deeper connection to a stable and fulfilling place of belonging.

By Henry Vaughan

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