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“Very good; then here we have it—'4 June, total eclipse of the moon commences at 8.15 Greenwich time, visible in Teneriffe—South Africa, &c.' There's a sign for you. Tell them we will darken the moon to-morrow night.” quote by H. Rider Haggard
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““Very good; then here we have it—'4 June, total eclipse of the moon commences at 8.15 Greenwich time, visible in Teneriffe—South Africa, &c.' There's a sign for you. Tell them we will darken the moon to-morrow night.””

H. Rider Haggard

About This Quote

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

The passage uses a lunar eclipse as a metaphorical sign, suggesting an impending darkening that can be interpreted as a warning or omen.

In simple terms: A moon eclipse is presented as a foreboding sign.

Key Takeaway

Heed symbolic warnings.

Themes

omen myth warning interpretation nature

Mood

mysterious foreboding

Type

literary mythical

When to use this quote

  • storytelling
  • ritual planning
  • personal decision making
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

symbolism prophecy psychology literary device

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal events could this eclipse symbolize?
  • How do you respond to ominous signs?
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