If after every tempest come such calms, May the winds blow…
“If after every tempest come such calms, May the winds blow till they have wakend death!”
This quote is also attributed to William Shakespeare in other sources. Attributions for famous quotes are often disputed.
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
After turmoil, calm follows; may the winds of change persist until death ends.
In simple terms: Storms are followed by calm; endure change.
Accept cycles of turmoil and peace.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- political upheaval
- natural disasters
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find calm after crisis?
- What does “winds blow till death” suggest about perseverance?
Enduring calm may breed complacency.