Robert Frost's poem "Fire and Ice" explores two metaphoric forces capable of ending the world—fire symbolizing desire, greed, lust, anger; ice representing hatred, insensitivity, lack of love. He aligns with those who believe fire will end the world due to its destructive nature tied to human desires. However, he acknowledges that if destruction were possible twice over, ice would suffice as hate can equally lead to ruin. The poet emphasizes his belief in fire being more likely while drawing parallels between these emotions' catastrophic potential.