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And Unto thine eyes my heart Sendeth old dreams of the…

“And Unto thine eyes my heart Sendeth old dreams of the spring-time, Yea of wood-ways my rime Found thee and flowers in and of all streams That sang low burthen, and of roses, That lost their dew-bowed petals for the dreams We scattered o'er them passing by.” quote by Ezra Pound
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““And Unto thine eyes my heart Sendeth old dreams of the spring-time, Yea of wood-ways my rime Found thee and flowers in and of all streams That sang low burthen, and of roses, That lost their dew-bowed petals for the dreams We scattered o'er them passing by.””

Ezra Pound

About This Quote

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

The poet longs for youthful dreams and natural beauty, recalling past joys and fleeting moments.

In simple terms: Yearning for past dreams and nature.

Key Takeaway

Embrace fleeting beauty and memory.

Themes

nostalgia nature memory longing

Mood

melancholic hopeful

Type

poetic reflective

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • writing
  • travel
  • art appreciation

Key Concepts

romanticism symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What memories inspire you now?
  • How can you honor past dreams today?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing the past may hinder present growth.

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