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"The bird a nest, the spider a web, man friendship"

- William Blake

About this Quote

William Blake's quote speaks to the idea that all creatures have a natural disposition to develop something that will supply them with security and security. For birds, it is a nest, for spiders, it is a web, and for humans, it is relationship. This quote recommends that relationship is a basic requirement for human beings, simply as a nest or web is for birds and spiders. It implies that friendship is a kind of shelter, providing us with a sense of convenience and security. It also recommends that relationship is something that we need to actively develop and nurture, simply as birds and spiders need to develop their nests and webs. This quote encourages us to recognize the importance of friendship and to buy it, as it can offer us with a sense of safety and belonging. Eventually, William Blake's quote reminds us that relationship is an essential part of being human which it is something that we need to make every effort to cultivate and secure.

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William Blake This quote is written / told by William Blake between November 28, 1757 and August 12, 1827. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 66 other quotes.

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