We have done with Hope and Honour. we are lost to Love and Truth, We are dropping down the ladder rung by rung; And the measure of our torment is the measure of our youth. God help us, for we knew the worst too young!
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Of all the trees that grow so fair Old England to adorn,_x000D_ _x000D_ Greater are none beneath the Sun _x000D_ _x000D_ Than Oak, and Ash and Thorn.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote praises the beauty and significance of certain trees in England.
Rudyard Kipling's quote celebrates the majestic nature of trees, specifically oak, ash, and thorn, which are emblematic of England's natural heritage. These trees symbolize strength, resilience, and beauty, drawing attention to the important role that nature plays in adorning the landscape and cultural identity of the nation.
Themes
TreesNatureEnglandOakAshThornBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about environmental conservation, you might say, 'As Rudyard Kipling reminds us, of all the trees that grow so fair, none are greater than the oak, ash, and thorn.'
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