What is the meaning to the poem "A Psalm of Life"? by Henry Wadsworth

Question: What is the meaning to the poem "A Psalm of Life"!? by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow!?

I adore this poem, and I have to recite it in front of my english clase!. However, I want to make sure I have the right tone when I recite it, and I want to make sure I understand what message he (longfellow) conveyed!. Can anyone help!?Www@QuestionHome@Com

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Not to live in pursuit of death!.!.!. but, rather in pursuit of happiness and the better times!. It seems to convey that difficulties might arise, in doing so!. Yet, working to live your life to its fullest; you might achieve your dreams outside of a slumbering state!.Www@QuestionHome@Com