How happy he whose toil Has o'er his languid pow'rless…
“How happy he whose toil Has o'er his languid pow'rless limbs diffus'd A pleasing lassitude; he not in vain Invokes the gentle Deity of dreams. His pow'rs the most voluptuously dissolve In soft repose; on him the balmy dews Of Sleep with double nutriment descend.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Finding peace in surrender allows the soul to rejuvenate and dream.
In simple terms: Rest renews.
Embrace calm.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- sleep hygiene
- creative brainstorming
- stress relief
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you need active effort?
- How does rest inspire creativity?
Over‑relaxation may hinder productivity.