Lover and friend hast thou put far from me, and mine acquaintance into darkness.
The verse portrays the desolation that follows the loss of loved ones. Companions are removed to a distance while acquaintances are left in darkness. This is the sorrow of old age, when friends and early companions have passed away.
The verse portrays the desolation that follows the loss of loved ones. Companions are removed to a distance while acquaintances are left in darkness. This is the sorrow of old age, when friends and early companions have passed away.