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!
Henry Wadsworth LongfellowRead
All was silent as before - All silent save the dripping rain.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote captures the serene yet melancholic atmosphere of a quiet, rainy scene.
In this quote, Longfellow reflects on a moment of stillness where the only sound is the rain dripping. It emphasizes a sense of calmness and introspection, suggesting that even in the silence, emotions are felt and memories linger, akin to how rain can evoke deep thoughts and feelings.
Themes
SilenceRainNatureCalmIntrospection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a nature documentary to highlight a serene moment.
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