Heart, we will forget him, You and I, tonight! You must forget the warmth he gave, I will forget the light.
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Wild Nights – Wild Nights! Were I with thee Wild Nights should be Our luxury! Futile – the winds – To a heart in port – Done with the compass – Done with the chart! Rowing in Eden – Ah, the sea! Might I moor – Tonight – In thee!
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep yearning for love and intimacy, depicting it as a luxurious experience.
In this quote, Emily Dickinson conveys the notion of passionate love as an extraordinary and desirable state. The imagery of 'Wild Nights' suggests a longing for thrilling moments shared with a beloved, where conventional boundaries are transcended. The reference to 'rowing in Eden' symbolizes the beauty and paradise found in love, contrasting the mundane struggles of life represented by the compass and chart. The speaker yearns to anchor themselves in this blissful experience, underlining the profound emotional significance of love.
Themes
LovePassionYearningIntimacyLuxury
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a wedding speech to celebrate the beauty of love.
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