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And Potomac flowed calmly, scarce heaving her breast, With…

“And Potomac flowed calmly, scarce heaving her breast, With her low-lying billows all bright in the west, For a charm as from God lulled the waters to rest Of the fair rolling river.” quote by Paul Hamilton Hayne
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“And Potomac flowed calmly, scarce heaving her breast, With her low-lying billows all bright in the west, For a charm as from God lulled the waters to rest Of the fair rolling river.”

Paul Hamilton Hayne

About This Quote

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

The river is described as peacefully calm, as if divinely soothed, suggesting nature’s gentle, restorative power.

In simple terms: The river is calm and blessed.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate quiet moments in nature.

Themes

nature tranquility divine beauty

Mood

peaceful reflective

Type

descriptive inspirational

When to use this quote

  • river walks
  • meditation
  • sunset watching

Key Concepts

poetry imagery serenity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does calm water reflect inner peace?
  • What divine qualities do you see in nature?
A Different Perspective

May overlook underlying currents of change.

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