O suffering, sad humanity! O ye afflicted ones, who lie Steeped to the lips in misery, Longing, yet afraid to die, Patient, though sorely tried!
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How beautiful is the rain!_x000D_ _x000D_ After the dust and the heat,_x000D_ _x000D_ In the broad and fiery street,_x000D_ _x000D_ In the narrow lane,_x000D_ _x000D_ How beautiful is the rain!
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote celebrates the beauty and refreshing nature of rain after a period of dust and heat.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's quote expresses the joy and beauty of rain, particularly following a dry and hot phase. It highlights how rain can bring relief and renewal to the environment, turning dullness into vibrancy, and serves as a reminder of nature's powerful ability to transform and refresh our surroundings.
Themes
RainBeautyNatureRefreshingRelief
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be shared during a poetry reading focused on nature.
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