As a perfume doth remain In the folds where it hath lain…
““As a perfume doth remain In the folds where it hath lain, So the thought of you, remaining Deeply folded in my brain, Will not leave me; all things leave me - You remain. Other thoughts may come and go, Other moments I may know That shall waft me, in their going, As a breath blown to and fro, Fragrant memories; fragrant memories Come and go. Only thoughts of you remain In my heart where they have lain, Perfumed thoughts of you, remaining, A hid sweetness, in my brain. Others leave me; all things leave me - You remain.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Persistent thoughts of a loved one linger like a lingering scent, outlasting other fleeting memories and emotions.
In simple terms: Love stays, other thoughts fade.
Key Takeaway
Cherish lasting connections.
Themes
love
memory
perseverance
intimacy
time
Mood
nostalgic
intimate
Type
poetic
emotional
When to use this quote
- romantic reflection
- grief processing
- mindful meditation
Key Concepts
Emotional attachment
sensory metaphor
mental persistence
Questions to Reflect On
- What memories linger for you?
- How do you balance holding on and releasing?
A Different Perspective
May idealize love, ignoring necessary letting go.