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“Because its myriad glimmering plumes Like a great army's stir and wave; Because its golden billows blooms, The poor man's barren walks to lave: Because its sun-shaped blossoms show How souls receive the light of God, And unto earth give back that glow I thank him for the Goldenrod.” quote by Lucy Larcom
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“Because its myriad glimmering plumes Like a great army's stir and wave; Because its golden billows blooms, The poor man's barren walks to lave: Because its sun-shaped blossoms show How souls receive the light of God, And unto earth give back that glow I thank him for the Goldenrod.”

Lucy Larcom

About This Quote

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

The poet celebrates goldenrod, using its vivid imagery to symbolize divine light and gratitude for nature's gifts.

In simple terms: Goldenrod symbolizes divine light and gratitude.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate nature's beauty and its spiritual resonance.

Themes

nature spirituality gratitude

Mood

reflective uplifting

Type

poetic spiritual

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • meditation
  • environmental education

Key Concepts

symbolism botany poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal meanings do you find in goldenrod?
  • How can nature inspire spiritual reflection?
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