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I say to this night: "Pass more slowly"; and the dawn will…

“I say to this night: "Pass more slowly"; and the dawn will come to dispel the night.” quote by Alphonse de Lamartine
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“I say to this night: "Pass more slowly"; and the dawn will come to dispel the night.”

Alphonse de Lamartine

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker wishes time to linger so night can be dispelled by dawn, highlighting longing for a slower passage of time.

In simple terms: Wanting time to slow down.

Key Takeaway

Cherish moments; don’t rush.

Themes

longing time nature

Mood

melancholic hopeful

Type

poetic reflective

When to use this quote

  • sunrise contemplation
  • nighttime reflection
  • personal patience

Key Concepts

Romanticism impermanence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope when time feels too fast?
  • What rituals help you savor fleeting moments?
A Different Perspective

Time cannot be paused; dawn will arrive regardless.

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