While Nape was making the bread and Dryas boiling the ram…
““While Nape was making the bread and Dryas boiling the ram, Daphnis and Chloe had time to go forth as far as the ivy-bush; and when he had set his snares again and pricked his lime-twigs, they not only catched good store of birds, but had a sweet collation of kisses without intermission, and a dear conversation in the language of love: "Chloe, I came for thy sake." "I know it, Daphnis." "'Tis long of thee that I destroy the poor birds." "What wilt thou with me?" "Remember me." "I remember thee, by the Nymphs by whom heretofore I have sworn in yonder cave, whither we will go as soon as ever the snow melts." "But it lies very deep, Chloe, and I fear I shall melt before the snow." "Courage, man; the Sun burns hot." "I would it burnt like that fire which now burns my very heart." "You do but gibe and cozen me!" "I do not, by the goats by which thou didst once bid me to swear to thee.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Lovers exchange tender words and kisses, intertwining desire with nature’s cycles, promising devotion despite obstacles.
In simple terms: Love’s dialogue blends romance with nature’s rhythm.
Key Takeaway
Cherish love’s language.
Themes
love
romance
nature
dialogue
desire
Mood
passionate
dreamy
Type
literary
mythic
When to use this quote
- garden walks
- secret meetings
- poetic vows
Key Concepts
mythic love
pastoral setting
courtship
Questions to Reflect On
- How does nature reflect love here?
- What risks do the lovers face?
A Different Perspective
Idealized romance may overlook real conflict.