The world is a kind of spiritual kindergarten where millions of bewildered infants are trying to spell "God" with the wrong blocks.
Edwin Arlington RobinsonRead
The stillness of October gold_x000D_ _x000D_ Went out like beauty from a face.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects on the transient beauty of nature, particularly in October.
In this quote, Edwin Arlington Robinson evokes a sense of serene beauty found in the stillness of October, likening it to the fleeting beauty of a person's face. This comparison suggests that just like the vibrant hues of autumn are temporary, so too are moments of beauty in life, encouraging a reflection on the impermanence of both nature and human experience.
Themes
OctoberBeautyNatureStillnessTransience
In practice
Example use cases
During a nature walk, I quoted, 'The stillness of October gold went out like beauty from a face.' as I admired the autumn scenery.
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