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“There dwells a life in every star; With brother spheres it rolls afar Its self-elected, radiant way. Still throb within the great earth-ball The forces which conduct us all From day to night, from night to day. - - - GER: Das Leben wohnt in jedem Sterne: Er wandelt mit den andern gerne Die…” quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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““There dwells a life in every star; With brother spheres it rolls afar Its self-elected, radiant way. Still throb within the great earth-ball The forces which conduct us all From day to night, from night to day. - - - GER: Das Leben wohnt in jedem Sterne: Er wandelt mit den andern gerne Die selbsterwählte reine Bahn; Im innern Erdenball pulsieren Die Kräfte, die zur Nacht uns führen Und wieder zu dem Tag heran. Zahme Xenien VI.””

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

About This Quote

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

The poem likens stars and the Earth to a living system, suggesting a shared, rhythmic force that governs day and night.

In simple terms: Stars and Earth are connected by a living force that moves time.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the interconnected rhythm of nature.

Themes

nature cosmos rhythm interconnectedness

Mood

wonderful contemplative

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • astronomy
  • daily cycles
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy poetry metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you feel part of a larger cosmic rhythm?
  • What daily patterns reflect this connection?
A Different Perspective

It may romanticize scientific processes without empirical basis.

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