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I have desired to go Where springs not fail, To fields…

“I have desired to go Where springs not fail, To fields where flies no sharp and sided hail And a few lilies blow.” quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins
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“I have desired to go Where springs not fail, To fields where flies no sharp and sided hail And a few lilies blow.”

Gerard Manley Hopkins

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 a place of untroubled nature, free from harsh weather and full of gentle beauty.

In simple terms: Seeking a peaceful, beautiful place.

Key Takeaway

Find or create a tranquil, beautiful environment.

Themes

nature peace beauty spiritual longing

Mood

calm inspired

Type

poetic reflective

When to use this quote

  • garden retreat
  • mountain hike
  • quiet reading nook
  • meditation space

Key Concepts

romanticism transcendentalism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Where can you find a peaceful spot?
  • How do you cope with life's storms?
A Different Perspective

Idealized nature may be unattainable; reality can be harsh.

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