Alexander Pope Quote - The world forgetting, by the world forgot. Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind! Each pray’r accepted, and each wish resign’d

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The world forgetting, by the world forgot. Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind! Each pray’r accepted, and each wish resign’d

"The world forgetting, by the world forgot. Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind! Each pray’r accepted, and each wish resign’d"

— Alexander Pope

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Author: Alexander Pope
Category: Acceptance
Tags: Acceptance Forget Love Mindset Peaceful

Meaning of this quote

The verse imagines peace through release from worldly attachments.

Key takeaway: Consider what attachments disturb your peace.

Who actually said this?

Attributed author: Alexander Pope

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