Twelve times did the iron register of time beat on the…
““Twelve times did the iron register of time beat on the sonorous bell-metal, summoning the ghosts to rise, and walk their nightly round. - In plainer language, it was twelve o'clock...””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A clock striking twelve summons spirits to awaken and begin their nightly patrol.
In simple terms: Midnight calls ghosts to start their night.
Recognize symbolic moments that signal change.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- haunted houses
- night watches
- rituals
- storytelling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does midnight represent in your life?
- How do rituals shape perception of time?
Interpretation may vary across cultures.