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Before the Battle: Music of whispering trees Hushed by the…

“Before the Battle: Music of whispering trees Hushed by the broad-winged breeze Where shaken water gleams; And evening radiance falling With reedy bird-notes calling. O bear me safe through dark, you low-voiced streams. I have no need to pray That fear may pass away; I scorn the growl and rumble of…” quote by Siegfried Sassoon
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““Before the Battle: Music of whispering trees Hushed by the broad-winged breeze Where shaken water gleams; And evening radiance falling With reedy bird-notes calling. O bear me safe through dark, you low-voiced streams. I have no need to pray That fear may pass away; I scorn the growl and rumble of the fight That summons me from cool Silence of marsh and pool, And yellow lilies islanded in light. O river of stars and shadows, lead me through the night.””

Siegfried Sassoon

About This Quote

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

Nature offers solace and guidance, urging trust in its quiet strength to overcome fear and conflict.

In simple terms: Nature comforts and guides through fear.

Key Takeaway

Seek calm in nature during turmoil.

Themes

nature peace war spirituality

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • battlefield stress
  • personal anxiety
  • creative inspiration
  • meditation

Key Concepts

romanticism tranquility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What natural element soothes you?
  • How can you embody nature’s calm?
A Different Perspective

Nature may not resolve external conflict.

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