Summary
This quote suggests that when someone passes away, the living often interpret and manipulate their words to fit their own perspectives and interests. It implies that the meaning of what is said by the deceased becomes subject to the interpretations and biases of those who are still alive. This highlights the sometimes selective and subjective nature of human memory and perception, emphasizing how our own personal experiences and beliefs can shape our understanding of someone else's words even after they are no longer around to clarify their intent.
Topics
Death
By W. H. Auden
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