"I looked at my hands to see if I was the same person. There was such a glory over everything. The sun came up like gold through the trees, and I felt like I was in heaven"
- Harriet Tubman
About this Quote
Harriet Tubman's quote talks to the power of nature and the beauty of the world around us. It is a pointer that we are all part of something higher than ourselves. The sun increasing like gold through the trees is a metaphor for the appeal of life and the joy of being alive. The quote likewise talks to the idea of self-reflection and the importance of looking inward to learn who we truly are. Tubman's words suggest that when we put in the time to look at ourselves, we can find a sense of peace and happiness that is beyond what we can think of. The quote is a suggestion that we can find charm and delight in the world around us, and that we can find a sense of peace and satisfaction within ourselves.
"The man who makes everything that leads to happiness depends upon himself, and not upon other men, has adopted the very best plan for living happily. This is the man of moderation, the man of manly character and of wisdom"