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“the beautiful changes In such kind ways, Wishing ever to sunder Things and things’ selves for a second finding, to lose For a moment all that it touches back to wonder.” quote by Richard Wilbur
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““the beautiful changes In such kind ways, Wishing ever to sunder Things and things’ selves for a second finding, to lose For a moment all that it touches back to wonder.””

Richard Wilbur

About This Quote

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

The poem celebrates transformative moments that temporarily strip away ordinary concerns, restoring wonder.

In simple terms: Changes bring brief wonder.

Key Takeaway

Seek moments of awe.

Themes

transformation wonder impermanence beauty

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • contemplation
  • artistic appreciation
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

poetic reflection mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you create more wonder?
  • What does “sunder” imply about change?
A Different Perspective

Such moments are fleeting and may be idealized.

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