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
The spring came suddenly, bursting upon the world as a child bursts into a room, with a laugh and a shout and hands full of flowers.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Spring is a joyful and vibrant season that arrives unexpectedly, bringing beauty and life.
In this quote, Longfellow uses the metaphor of a child bursting into a room to illustrate the sudden and exuberant arrival of spring. This comparison highlights the excitement and vitality associated with the season as it transforms the world into a lively and beautiful place filled with flowers and warmth.
Themes
SpringNatureJoyLifeTransformationBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
During a spring festival, you might share this quote to celebrate the season's vibrancy.
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