All music is is what awakes from you when you are reminded by the instruments.
Walt WhitmanRead
I think I could turn and live with animals, they are so placid and self-contain'd, I stand and look at them long and long.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep appreciation for animals and their tranquil nature, suggesting a yearning for simplicity and peace.
Walt Whitman's quote conveys a profound admiration for animals, highlighting their calmness and self-sufficiency. In contrast to the complexities of human life, he finds solace in the idea of living alongside animals, contemplating their peaceful existence. This reflects a desire for a simpler, more harmonious way of being, free from the tumult of human emotions and societal pressures.
Themes
AnimalsPeaceNatureSimplicitySelf-Contained
In practice
Example use cases
During a talk on the importance of wildlife conservation, I quoted Walt Whitman to emphasize the beauty of nature.
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