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“The world know it not; but you, Autumn, I confess it: your wind at night-fall stabs deep into my heart” quote by Murasaki Shikibu
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““The world know it not; but you, Autumn, I confess it: your wind at night-fall stabs deep into my heart””

Murasaki Shikibu

About This Quote

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

Autumn’s night wind pierces the speaker’s heart, symbolizing deep, melancholic longing.

In simple terms: Night wind in autumn feels like a heart‑piercing ache.

Key Takeaway

Seasonal imagery conveys emotional pain.

Themes

nature emotion seasonality poetry

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

poetic metaphor emotional expression

When to use this quote

  • reflecting on loss
  • writing poetry
  • experiencing seasonal melancholy

Key Concepts

transience sublime beauty

Practical Applications

  • inspire lyrical writing
  • enhance mood‑setting in literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does nature amplify personal sorrow?
  • Can a season become a metaphor for inner turmoil?
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