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O Earth, that hast no voice, confide to me a voice!_x000D_ _x000D_ O harvest of my lands! O boundless summer growths!_x000D_ _x000D_ O lavish, brown, parturient earth! O infinite, teeming womb!_x000D_ _x000D_ A verse to seek, to see, to narrate thee.
Walt Whitman
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Interpretation

What this quote means

This quote expresses a deep yearning for connection with the Earth and its abundant life.

Walt Whitman's quote reflects a profound appreciation for the Earth and the bountiful growth it nurtures. By personifying the Earth and calling it a 'teeming womb,' Whitman conveys a deep emotional connection, inviting readers to recognize the beauty and vitality of nature. The desire for a voice suggests an urge to communicate and celebrate the experiences and wonders that the natural world provides.

Themes

EarthNatureGrowthVoiceConnection

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be used in a speech about environmental awareness.

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