Dublin dwindles so beautifully; there is no harsh separation between it and the country. It fades away, whereas London seems to devour the country; an army of buildings come and take away a beautiful park, and you never seem to get quite out of sight of a row of houses.
Interpretation
The quote contrasts the gentle fading of Dublin into its countryside with the overwhelming encroachment of London's urbanization.
George A. Moore's quote expresses a profound appreciation for the subtle beauty of Dublin, highlighting how the city seamlessly merges with the surrounding nature. In contrast, he critiques London for its aggressive urban expansion that encroaches upon and replaces natural spaces with buildings, creating a stark division between the city and the countryside. This reflection on the differing relationships between urban areas and nature prompts contemplation about the impact of urbanization on beauty and natural landscapes.
In practice
This quote can be used in discussions about urban planning and its impact on natural beauty.
I wait. Now the night flows back, the mighty stillness embraces and includes me; I can see the stars again and the world of starlight. I am twenty miles or more from the nearest fellow human, but instead of loneliness I feel loveliness. Loveliness and a quiet exultation.
The teeming Autumn big with rich increase, bearing the wanton burden of the prime like widowed wombs after their lords decease.
Meditate, oft. Separate thyself for a season from the cares of the world. Get close to nature and learn from the lowliest of that which manifests in nature, in the earth; in the birds, in the trees, in the grass, in the flowers, in the bees; that the life of each is a manifesting, is a song of glory to its Maker. And do thou likewise!
Is the minor convenience of allowing the present generation the luxury of doubling its energy consumption every 10 years worth the major hazard of exposing the next 20,000 generations to this lethal waste?
Practice the art of patience for nature never acts in haste.
We are beginning to learn that each animal has a life and a place and a role in this world. If we place compassion and care in the middle of all our dealings with the animal world and honor and respect their lives, our attitudes will change.
Subscribe for the occasional hand-picked quote. No noise.