And each day brings it's pretty dust, Our soon-choked souls to fll And we forget because we must, And not because we will.
Matthew ArnoldRead
The sea is calm tonight. The tide is full, the moon lies fair Upon the straits;- on the French coast the light Gleams and is gone; the cliffs of England stand, glimmering and vast, out in the tranquil bay.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the serene beauty of the sea at night and evokes a sense of calm and tranquility.
In this quote, Matthew Arnold paints a vivid picture of a peaceful night by the sea, capturing the beauty of the landscape as the moonlight glimmers on the water and the cliffs stand majestically against the backdrop. The tranquility of the setting serves as a metaphor for moments of reflection and serenity in life, inviting the reader to appreciate the natural beauty that surrounds them.
Themes
SeaCalmBeautyNightNature
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about appreciating nature during a summer beach gathering.
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