Deep feelings of sadness, grief, or regret, often caused by loss or disappointment; plural of sorrow.
From Old English 'sorg,' related to German 'Sorge' (worry, care). The Indo-European root meant 'to be sick or troubled.' The word has maintained its core meaning across centuries, showing how fundamental this emotion is to human experience.
Sorrows, unlike simple sadness, implies a depth of feeling that time alone may not heal - they're the emotional wounds that become part of who we are. Interestingly, many cultures view sorrows not just as pain to be avoided, but as experiences that deepen wisdom and compassion.
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