Days will pass, and you’ll abandon things you were addicted to, and leave someone, and cancel a dream, and finally, accept a reality.
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In the summer I stretch out on the shore And think of you. Had I told the sea What I felt for you, It would have left its shores, Its shells, Its fish, And followed me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep longing and desire, illustrating how love can feel powerful enough to transform even the natural world.
In this quote, Nizar Qabbani conveys the depth of his love by imagining how the sea itself would abandon its beauty to pursue his feelings for the beloved. This poetic imagery demonstrates how love can inspire profound emotions and the willingness to sacrifice, highlighting the significance of the beloved in the speaker’s life.
Themes
LoveLongingEmotionNatureSea
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared at a wedding ceremony to symbolize deep love.
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