Things are happening to the people and things she loves, and there's nothing she can do about it whether they be because of chance or sickness or other circumstances that she can't control. She feels guilty that she is safe and healthy while everyone around her is suffering.
The "As they took your soul away..." part... The memories of those who have already perished give the others hope, so they eventually conquered whatever agressor is in their midst.
Things are happening to the people and things she loves, and there's nothing she can do about it whether they be because of chance or sickness or other circumstances that she can't control. She feels guilty that she is safe and healthy while everyone around her is suffering.
The "As they took your soul away..." part... The memories of those who have already perished give the others hope, so they eventually conquered whatever agressor is in their midst.