Quote by Henry David Thoreau

But now I see I was not plucked for naught, And after in life's vase Of glass set while I might survive, But by a kind hand brought Alive To a strange place.


But now I see I was not plucked for naught, And after in lif

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker initially believed they were chosen or brought into existence for no particular reason. However, upon further reflection, they realize that they were not unjustly plucked into this world. Instead, they were carefully placed in the fragile vessel of life, given the chance to survive, and ultimately guided by a benevolent force to an unfamiliar and remarkable destination.

By Henry David Thoreau
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