History says, 'Don't hope on this side of the grave.'

History says, 'Don't hope on this side of the grave.'

📖 Seamus Heaney

🌍 Irish | 👨‍💼 Poet

🎂 April 13, 1939 – ⚰️ August 30, 2013

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This quote suggests a somewhat cynical view about the nature of hope and the finality of death. It implies that expectations may be misplaced when we consider mortality, perhaps encouraging us to focus on the present and accept life's uncertainties. Such a perspective can serve as a reminder to cherish our current moments and avoid placing unrealistic hopes on what lies beyond our lifetime. It invites reflection on the transient nature of life and the importance of living meaningfully now.

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